Hetal Baman

Global Health Pursuit

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Why are infants still dying from preventable causes? How do national security policies impact the health of immigrants and refugees? What is voluntourism and can it harm the communities we intend to serve? The field of global health is vast, and the challenges can feel overwhelming. But learning about it shouldn’t be. Whether you're taking the first steps in the field of global health, a seasoned public health professional, or simply seeking inspiration from the stories of remarkable leaders, this podcast is for you. Discover how inspiring leaders are combating global poverty, bringing clean w...

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Hetal Baman

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3. Why Are Infants Dying From Preventable Causes? w/ Dr. Wisam Breegi 04.04.2023 56:55

Currently, there are no affordable, fully functional incubators for low-resource and emergency settings. Historically, there has been a lack of will to invest in innovation and basic neonatal healthcare. Dr. Wisam Breegi , founder and CEO of Breegi Scientific, Inc . has been working tirelessly for years to address this issue. After fleeing Baghdad in the middle of the war with his pregnant wife,...

2. Let’s Talk About HIV and Aids in the Black Community w/ Dr. Cassandra Esperant 04.04.2023 29:29

A whole host of misconceptions surround the Black community when it comes to HIV and AIDS. Dr. Cassandra Esperant remembers the Haitian community of Brooklyn protesting when she was a child because the false claim that Haitians cause HIV was preventing them from being able to donate blood. So today, Dr. Esperant joins me to set the record straight. She is currently practicing pharmacy at the AIDS...

1. The Honest Truth about Healing from Burnout 04.04.2023 53:07

What happens when you finally decide that what you've been doing for most of your life just isn't working out for you anymore? My name is Hetal Baman and today, I'm telling my story of reinvention after experiencing burnout and depression. One of my very best friends - Catherine Santis (AKA Cat) is interviewing me today. I’m addressing what happened with the first iteration of this...

Welcome to the Global Health Pursuit 28.03.2023 1:43

Why are infants dying for preventable reasons? Is it really safe to 3D print organs and medical devices? Is Poverty Porn still a thing? What is Voluntourism and is it really that bad? What does storytelling have to do with taking a vaccine?  The realm of Global Health is vast. The amount of challenges seems overwhelming. Where do we start? What does it take to be a humanitarian? Where do we d...