Dr. P On The Pod

Mississippi plans to fly a new state flag, one without the Confederate battle emblem in the corner. For 126 years, the Mississippi state flag flew what is deemed a hateful oppressive and divisive symbol. Rev. Dr. Wayne A. Williams discusses Mississippi's current racial climate, the economic effects of COVID-19, and the health disparities that plumage African Americans in Mississippi. Rev. Dr....

Episode #81: When HIV & COVID-19 Cross Paths with Dr. Tanya Henderson by The Balm In Gilead

When former NFL player Bobby Howard suffering severe kidney disease and received a kidney transplant, he made it his life's mission to help others who face life-threatening health challenges. During this episode of Dr. P on The Pod, Mr. Howard discusses the importance of organ donation, since astounding 94-97% of the African Americans on the waitlist are specifically awaiting a life-enhancing...

On this week's episode, Dr. P and Michael P. Kincade, Sr., discuss caregiving amidst a pandemic, the importance of cognitive health assessments for older adults and try to tackle why African Americans lessen their participation in the race to find the cure for Alzheimer's disease. Michael P. Kincade, Sr. is the Communications and Outreach Coordinator at the BWH Center for Alzheimer Resea...

How do we Respond to Racism during the COVID-19 Outbreak? Rev. Dr. W. Franklyn Richardson, Senior Pastor of the historic Grace Baptist Church in Mount Vernon, New York, answers this question and reacts to the climate in America and discusses the role of the church during this formative time.

The effects of COVID-19 on the health of racial and ethnic minority groups are still emerging. Current data suggest a disproportionate burden of illness and death among racial and ethnic minority groups, and that the elderly are among the most vulnerable. In today's episode of Dr. P on the Pod, Edna Kane-Williams Senior Vice President, Multicultural Leadership at AARP, discusses AARP's c...

Globally, as of May 21, 2020, there have been 4,893,186 confirmed cases of COVID-19, including 323,256 deaths reported to the World Health Organization (WHO). The coronavirus is effecting individuals worldwide, with 68,347 confirmed cases in the continent of Africa. In today's episode, Dr. Howard discusses how the number of COVID-19 cases in parts of Africa has grown exponentially over the pa...

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is frightening for all people. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, those with moderate to severe asthma could be at higher risk of having a severe case of the illness. COVID-19 can affect your respiratory tract (nose, throat, lungs), cause an asthma attack, and possibly lead to pneumonia and acute respiratory disease. In this episode of...

Nurses are the backbone of the U.S. healthcare industry. In celebration of national nurses week, Dr. P and Dr. Martha A. Dawson, the 13th President of the National Black Nurses Association (NBNA), discuss the essential role of nurses and why young people of color should consider entering the field of nursing. Dr. Dawson shares the role of nursing and the influence of Florence Nightingale — how it...

Black women are three to four times more likely to experience a pregnancy-related death than white women. Alice Freeman calls for maternal health justice as Black women continue to experience high rates of maternal mortality. In conversation with Dr. P, Alice Freeman reminds us of the rich legacy and culture of Black women as midwives and how this ancient art of escorting humanity into the world i...

This week on Dr. P on The Pod, Dr. P gets a real-life account from Tanya, John, and Janelle Asiedu on the loneliness and trauma caused by contracting the COVID-19 disease. Each family member describes their experience and how they battled through. Tanya reveals the extreme loneliness she felt being in isolation. Janelle, her daughter, is married and pregnant with her first child, recounts how anxi...

Episode #71: Dr. LaPrincess Brewer & Mr. Robert "Clarence" Jones - Your Heart Health During COVID-19 by The Balm In Gilead

In our homes, community, congregations, and schools, we are mourning the loss of what was. Dr. Rayvann Kee II speaks candidly with Dr. P about finding comfort in such a difficult situation. He provides a glimpse into the process of working through tremendous grief and loss, so many of us are experiencing during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Bishop Smith has been saving bodies and souls for over 30 years. Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Bishop Smith shares his medical, theology, and pastoral expertise on how to navigate through this global crisis.

Do you believe that "you are what you think?" Today's episode of Dr. P on The Pod features Kafui Dzirasa, MD, Ph. D., and his viewpoint on the State of Black Mental Health.

Observed annually on the fourth Tuesday in March, Diabetes Alert Day is a one-day "wake-up call" that focuses on the seriousness of diabetes and the importance of understanding your risk. On today's episode, Dr. P talks with Ms. Pamela Price, Deputy Director for The Balm In Gilead, on the importance of observing Diabetes Alert Day on March 24th.

In today's episode, Dr. P talks with two exceptional guests Renée P. Beaman, RN & Christopher T. Pullins, M.D. In honor of National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, Ms. Beaman speaks of her continued work with HIV/AIDS testing, treatment, and prevention. Dr. Chris Pullins discusses the facts of Coronavirus and prevention tips. Ms. Renee Beaman, RN, is the founder of Beautiful Gate...

This Week's Episode - Reaching Out to the “Least of These”! Podcast Guest - Pastor Daryl Drummond of New Hope Outreach and Worship Center in Chesterfield, VA.

On today's episode, Dr. P talks with health care executive Ms. Cynthia Finch on her 4 essential P's for end-of-life planning: Plan, Prepare, Papers, and Peace.

On today's episode, Dr. P talks sexual health and the importance of National Condom Day with Ms. Lindsay Bryant, program coordinator for Nia, Inc. of Greater Richmond. Ms. Bryant is a leader and active participant in HIV prevention, education, and treatment activities in the Richmond metropolitan area. She is also a trained facilitator for several HIV prevention and awareness interventions.

Episode #62 - Surviving A Heart Attack: A Personal Story from Dr. Sherri Garrett by The Balm In Gilead

Dr. P is closing out the month of January with a very candid conversation on Cervical Cancer with Cancer survivor and award-winning women's health advocate Ms. Tamika Felder. Tamika's story of patient-to-advocate / survivor-to-Cervivor inspires and mentors not only patients and medical communities, but anyone who has struggled with obstacles in their life

Dr. P talks with Dr. Barbara L. Shaw, Board Chair of The Balm In Gilead, Inc. Board of Directors on the history and significance of The National Council of Negro Women as it relates to African Americans. Dr. Shaw is the past President and Chair of the National Council of Negro Women in Baltimore, MD. She is also the past International President of the Women’s Home and oversees the Missionary Socie...

Dr. P talks with Dr. Joyce (Joy) Balls-Berry, a Senior Associate Consultant at the Mayo Clinic Axil School of Medicine and Assistant Professor of Epidemiology. Previously, Dr. Balls-Berry was the co-lead for the Mayo Clinic Center for Clinical and Translational Science Community Engagement Program and served as the Program Manager of the Office for Community Engagement in Research.

Dr. P talks with Rev. Dr. Renita J. Weems, Biblical scholar and a highly sought after writer, speaker, ordained minister, and public intellectual known for her scholarly insights into modern faith, biblical texts, and the role of spirituality in everyday life.