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Debra Peek-Haynes gives us much to think about regarding why some of us consistently eat so poorly. She gives us 10 things that we must do now to move our personal health in the right direction.Debra Peek-Haynes is an entrepreneur, health and wellness advocate, host of the podcast “Debra’s Healing Kitchen”, author, “The Beginners’ Guide to Healthy Living” and “The Simplified Guide to Healthy Living”. She is the president of DHK Wellness Strategies, Inc. a non-profit organization committed to the addressing health disparities in the African American and Hispanic communities. Debra became interested in holistic and nutritional healing when she and her husband had difficulty conceiving a child. More than twenty-five years ago, she was introduced to a holistic physician who exposed her to a new mindset for a healthier lifestyle. She spent countless hours learning from holistic practitioners, reading books and creating healthy recipes. After transforming to a healthy lifestyle, Debra was able to conceive and birth

Having been a guest speaker at age 6 for the Harlem Week of Prayer for the Healing of AIDS in the early years of this national movement, Hydeia discusses her extraordinary life, so far, living with AIDS. Now 36, Hydeia has much to say to teens and young adults living with HIV and AIDS.Hydeia Broadbent is an long-long AIDS Activist. She was born in 1984 with HIV. Hydeia Broadbent began her debut as an HIV/AIDS activist and public speaker at six years old. By 12 years old, Hydeia appeared on many national television programs including Oprah, 20/20, Good Morning America, “A Conversation with Magic Johnson” on Nickelodeon. She has been featured in prominent publications to include; New York Times, People, Essence, Ebony, Health Quest, POZ, National Geographic, and Real Health. Hydeia also co-graced the cover of TV Guide.

This week, Dr. P will be joined by Joanna Pearson, a Patient Education Liaison (PEL) from Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, to discuss a rare, genetic condition that disproportionately affects African Americans. Known as hereditary ATTR amyloidosis, or hATTR amyloidosis, the disease is more common for people of certain ethnicities, including those of African (West African: Ghana, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, and Sierra Leone) and Afro-Caribbean descent.For more information about hATTR amyloidosis, and to request to speak with an Alnylam PEL who can answer questions you may have about hATTR amyloidosis, please visit www.hATTRbridge.com.Content sponsored and provided by Alnylam Pharmaceuticals.ABOUT OUR GUEST: JOANNA PEARSON, RN, BSN, CPRHJoanna Pearson is a Patient Education Liaison at Alnylam Pharmaceuticals. In her role, she is responsible for educating individuals and their families about hereditary transthyretin (hATTR) amyloidosis – a rare, life-threatening condition. Joanna received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing fr

This week, Dr. P honors the legacy, genius and contributions of Toni Morrison and Maya Angelou. The Balm In Gilead owns all rights to the presentations of within this broadcast.

Rev. McKain and Dr. P discuss this week’s PBS Special on The Black Church, as well as provide more insight into the history of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church.Rev. Dr. George E. McKain, II is the Director, Public Affairs & Social Concerns of The African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, headquartered in Charlotte, NC. Rev. McKain is also the pastor of Greater Unity AME Zion Church in Sharon, SC.

According to Harvard University, Science in the News, the HeLa Cells, (the cell line of Henrietta Lacks) were used in the ground-breaking discovery of the infectivity and viral spread of SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19). Dr. Bowie and Dr. P highlight the facts about Henrietta Lacks plight at Johns Hopkins Hospital over 70 years ago and how her HeLa cells continue to be used in ground-breaking scientific discoveries today and beyond. As a professor at the Bloomberg School of Public Health, Dr. Bowie shares her views on John Hopkins then and now!Dr. Bowie is a professor in the Bloomberg School of Public Health’s- Department of Health, Behavior, and Society, Bowie’s research examines approaches that lead to the success and sustainability of community-based interventions and the implications of religion and spirituality for prevention and treatment. Bowie is also core faculty in the Hopkins Center for Health Disparities Solutions.

As a member of the next generation of leaders in the Black Church, Bro. H. Matthew Seawright shares his views on social justice; giving voice to those in the pew; feeding the hungry, responding to COVID-19, lining a hymn, and other topics relevant to a church at the crossroads.A Liberation Theologian, Bro. Harry Matthew Seawright believes in the alignment of one’s purpose and faith through Evangelism for the enrichment of community through identification, understanding, and the utilization of one's purpose in order to advance the kingdom of God!

This week cervical cancer Tamika Felder shares her 20+ year journey through surviving cervical cancer and the facts and myths about prevention, HPV testing, and HPV vaccine. Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable types of cancers. African American women are among the highest death rates from this cancer.Named a “Cancer Rebel” by Newsweek in a 2017 cover story, Tamika Felder is a highly sought-after speaker on cervical cancer advocacy, cancer prevention, HPV education, and living life with purpose after cancer. She is the author of "Seriously, What Are You Waiting For? 13 Actions To Ignite Your Life & Achieve The Ultimate Comeback." Learn more about Tamika’s work at Cervivor.org and TamikaFelder.com.

In this thought-provoking discussion, Dr. Fitzpatrick shares her personal story on what led her to participate in the COVID-19 vaccine clinical trial and her experience in the process.Dr. Lisa Fitzpatrick, MD, MPH is a CDC-trained medical epidemiologist and board-certified infectious diseases physician with both domestic and global experience in public health. She was recently named as a member of the Institute of Medicine/National Academy of Sciences Roundtable on Health Literacy.

This week on Dr. P on the Pod, Dr. Pernessa Seele, and Dr. Fallon Wilson discuss the importance of understanding technology and its significance in our everyday lives. Dr. Wilson will touch on different topics, including digital redlining and how Facebook uses our data. Don't miss this critical discussion.

Dr. P and Jeff chat about saying good bye to 2020, surviving Covid, taking the vaccine, and what’s important to both of them in 2021

Merry Christmas Eve! On week's Dr. P on the Pod, Dr. P and her guest Julius Turner will share their gratitude for the reasons for the season

Dr. Richardson discusses his best-selling book, A Witness to Grace, with Dr. P this week on the Pod. Offering a deeper insight into his ministerial journey through the lens of his losses, successes, angry, sickness, and healing, Dr. Richardson blesses the listeners with a profound message for this Advent Season.

This week's Dr. P on the Pod guest, Dr. Freda Lewis-Hall, shares her thoughts on health disparities as it relates to COVID-19. Her 35-year career placed her on the frontlines of health care as a clinician, educator, researcher, and leader in the biopharmaceuticals and life sciences industries. Dr. Lewis-Hall provides us with a frank discussion on why African Americans must become engaged in all stages of vaccine development, including COVID-19.

Dr. Martin and Dr. P, two long time HIV advocates, discuss the realities of HIV in the United States and around the world. After 39 years of fighting HIV, is World AIDS Day still relevant? Why are high rates of HIV among Black women not being discussed? Tune-in to listen to the conversation.

Every Thursday, Dr. P on the Pod brings us engaging and impactful discussions on various topics about health, culture, religion, and the arts. Tune-in weekly to hear some of the nation’s leading experts and influencers on Dr. P on the Pod.This week on Dr. P on the Pod, Dr. Barbara Shaw joins Dr. P for a rich discussion on next week’s 7th Annual Healthy Churches 2030 Conference, which kicks-off on Monday, Nov 16. Tune in for a sneak peek of what to expect from the conference.

Every Thursday, Dr. P on the Pod brings us engaging and impactful discussions on various topics about health, culture, religion and the arts. Tune-in weekly to hear some of the nation’s leading experts and influencers on Dr. P on the Pod.As we prepare for the virtual 7th Annual Healthy Churches 2030 Conference, Dr. P gives The Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II the entire program to share the realities of Health Equity in our nation.

Dr. P and Pam gives us a look inside look into some of the topics of the conference and why these topics are important to the conversation of Black Health and Wellness.During this year’s conference, The Balm In Gilead is rolling out its Healthy Churches 2030 Roadmap 2030, which is a 10-year plan to strengthen the capacity of African American faith communities to be a focus in changing the health paradigm of their members and communities from sick and dying to health and wellness.

This week on Dr. P on the Pod, guest Julius Turner, shares his story of being a cancer survivor when he was diagnosed with leukemia at 32. Listen to his motivating story as he talks about his road to recovery and maintaining his wellbeing.

This week's Dr. P on the Pod guest, Dr. Freda Lewis-Hall, shares her thoughts on health disparities as it relates to COVID-19. Her 35-year career placed her on the frontlines of health care as a clinician, educator, researcher, and leader in the biopharmaceuticals and life sciences industries. Dr. Lewis-Hall provides us with a frank discussion on why African Americans must become engaged in all stages of vaccine development, including COVID-19.