Black Health 365

On this episode of the Black Health 365 podcast, Britt and Jackie are joined by Dr. Marquita Nelson, who is an Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Division of Hematology/Oncology at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) and the Belz Medical Director of the Methodist Comprehensive Sickle Cell Center. Dr. Nelson shares her insights and expertise in the field of hematology, spe...

In this episode of the Black Health 365 podcast, Jackie and Britt are joined by Dr. Esa Davis, a U.S. Preventive Services Task Force member. Dr. Davis is a professor of medicine and family and community medicine and holds the positions of Associate Vice President for community health and senior dean of population and community medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. During the p...

In this episode of the Black Health 365 podcast, Britt and Jackie are joined by Dr. Richard T. Benson, who is the Director of the Office of Global Health and Health Disparities at the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, which is a part of the U.S. National Institutes of Health, and Brady Johnson, who is a stroke survivor and ambassador at the American Stroke Association. Toget...

In the latest episode of the Black Health 365 podcast, Jackie and Britt have a special guest, Jesseca “Judy” Dupart-Harris, who is the founder and CEO of Kaleidoscope Hair Products and a well-known television personality. During the conversation, Judy talks about her fertility journey with her wife, Da Brat. She shares their experience with IVF and the valuable lessons they learned from it. Jackie...

In this episode of the Black Health 365 podcast, Britt and Jackie are celebrating National Family Caregivers Month by recognizing and honoring caregivers from all over the country. They welcome Jonah Francis, an active board member of the Alzheimer’s Association, Vice Chairman of the Home Care Association of America in Connecticut, and owner of Pansy Homecare Service and a mental health organizati...

In this episode of the Black Health 365 podcast, Britt, and Jackie welcome Dr. Derek M. Griffith. He is the Founding Co-Director of the Racial Justice Institute, Founder and Director of the Center for Men's Health Equity, a Member of the Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, and a Professor of Health Management & Policy and Oncology. Together, they discuss the issue of men's health equity in o...

In this Black Health 365 podcast episode, Jackie and Britt are joined by Blair and Jasmine Matthews. Blair, the co-founder of the digital platform Zuri Fertility, and Jasmine, a physician assistant, share their fertility journey and highlight the importance of resources like Zuri Fertility to our community. The platform supports patients trying to conceive, offering services such as at-home testin...

In this episode of the Black Health 365 podcast, Britt and Jackie continue their special series titled "What We Aren't Talking Enough About in the Black Community." They shed light on the issue of eating disorders, particularly among Black people. Dr. Ebony Butler, a licensed psychologist and food relationship strategist, joins them on the show to discuss the different types of eating disorders an...

In this episode of the Black Health 365 podcast, Britt and Jackie begin with part 1 of their special series titled "What We Aren't Talking Enough About in the Black Community." They discuss the topic of diet culture in the Black community and are joined by Dr. Ebony Butler, a licensed psychologist and food relationship strategist. Dr. Ebony discusses the impact of diet culture on the Black communi...

In this episode of the Black Health 365 podcast, hosts Jackie and Britt welcome Ricki Fairley, an award-winning marketing professional and breast cancer survivor and advocate. Ricki has dedicated her strategic expertise to promoting breast cancer awareness and has made it her mission to eliminate black breast cancer. As a survivor of triple-negative breast cancer, Ricki shares her journey and how...

It's almost that time of the year when we all gather around the dinner table to celebrate, and eating healthy plays an essential role. In this episode of the Black Health 365 podcast, Jackie and Britt invite Jose “Chef Cheo” Garabito, a renowned culinary expert, to share his insights on healthy eating and living. Chef Cheo is famous for his vibrant mix of Latin and Caribbean cuisine, with a strong...

In this episode of the Black Health 365 podcast, Jackie and Britt recognize October as National Dental Hygiene Month. They are joined by guest Dr. Tontra Lowe, D.D.S., who shares valuable insights into the importance of adopting good dental hygiene practices such as brushing, flossing, and regular dental check-ups. Dr. Lowe also emphasizes the negative consequences of neglecting oral care and high...

We're celebrating our anniversary! In this episode of the Black Health 365 podcast, Britt and Jackie commemorate a year of meaningful conversations and stories that address Black Health issues with trusted health professionals.  The goal of the Black Health 365 podcast has always been to make vital health-related information and resources readily available and encourage and inspire our community t...

Britt and Jackie are excited to celebrate National Yoga Awareness Month in September on the Black Health 365 podcast.  They are joined by Brandon Copeland, the creator of Trap Yoga, to inspire healthy living and mindfulness. This episode is both intriguing and informative, as it discusses the benefits of yoga and its effective treatment for black men and individuals in general. Although yoga can m...

In this episode of the Black Health 365 podcast, Britt, and Jackie welcome Dr. Jennifer Caudle as she discusses the topic of vitamins and supplements. This informative conversation covers the proper usage of vitamins and dietary supplements, as well as the potential concerns of taking too many supplements. They explore whether vitamins and supplements are necessary for good health or if we can obt...

In this episode of the Black Health 365 podcast, Britt and Jackie had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Nina Cherie Franklin, a renowned healthy living coach, wellness expert, and the woman behind the popular blog and brand That Salad Lady! As advocates for healthy lifestyles, Britt and Jackie appreciate the importance of breaking up the food monotony and having Dr. Franklin on the show was a great way...

In this episode of the Black Health 365 podcast, Jackie and Britt have a special guest - Dr. Christopher Newman, a renowned neurosurgeon from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. The informative episode delves into topics such as spinal cancer, spinal tumors, neurological health, and spinal surgery. Dr. Newman shares his extensive knowledge and offers valuable insights into various spinal cance...

On this episode of the Black Health 365, hosts Jackie and Britt are joined by guest Dr. Ruth Arumala, DO, MPH, FACOG, NCMP. Dr. Arumala is a board-certified gynecologist, fellowship-trained reproductive surgeon, and fellowship-trained cosmetic surgeon. Together, they have a candid and informative discussion about female sexual dysfunction, also known as hypoactive sexual desire disorder. This conv...

In this episode of the Black Health 365 Podcast, Britt and Jackie discuss the importance of regularly checking in on our strong friends and loved ones' physical, mental, and emotional well-being. They both share updates on what is currently happening in their lives from their fitness goals to updates on their emotional well-being. Through their friendly check-ins, the duo hopes to promote empathy...

In the latest Black Health 365 podcast, Jackie and Britt welcome guest, Thomas Silvera, MSHS-PH. Thomas shares the heartbreaking story about his son, Elijah-Alavi, who tragically passed away in 2017 after having a grilled cheese meal at daycare, which caused an anaphylactic reaction. He gives a detailed account of the events that took place and shares more about his advocacy work on public health...

On the latest episode of the Black Health 365 podcast, hosts Jackie and Britt delve into the subject of allergies and their associated symptoms. They are joined by special guest, Dr. Bridgette L. Jones, MD MS who provides expert insight on year-round, seasonal, and food allergies, including their signs, symptoms, and triggers. Dr. Jones also answers common questions about allergies, making this in...

In this episode of the Black Health 365 podcast, Jackie and Britt delve into the topic of Depression with Dara Grimes, a licensed Clinical Social worker, counselor, and founder of A Better Mind, A Better Me, LLC. The episode is packed with insightful information and personal experiences relating to depression and its impact. Dara provides a detailed examination, covering its symptoms and different...

On this episode of the Black Health 365 podcast, Britt and Jackie are joined by Camille Proctor, the founder of The Color of Autism Foundation. Camille, who is also a mother of a child with autism, shares her personal journey of diagnosis and accessing support services. She highlights the disparities in autism support services available to the black community and emphasizes the importance of cultu...

In this episode of the Black Health 365 podcast, Jackie and Britt welcome guest Angelique Charles, also known as The Lippy Butterfly. Angelique courageously shares her personal experience with Lipedema, a chronic condition that is frequently misunderstood. Her candid story sheds light on the symptoms and how it affects the physical and emotional health of those who live with the condition. By shar...

In this episode of the Black Health 365 podcast, hosts, Jackie and Britt, are joined by Kristen Crockett, an Intuitive Leadership Coach, Speaker, and Facilitator, to discuss the topic of grief. Kristen shares her valuable insight on how to move through grief and understanding one's personal journey. She emphasizes that each person's journey is unique and that everyone's grief is different. Kristen...