2023: It's A Wrap!
Dr. P looks back on 2023 and The Balm In Gilead's many accomplishments during the year. She expresses special appreciation for the amazing faith and health professionals who have helped make the orga...
30 Marras 202324min
Why Is Life Expectancy Declining in Our Community?
Life expectancy for Black Americans is four years shorter than it was 20 years ago. In this episode, Dr. P delves into this sobering statistic. She identifies youth suicide as well as maternal and ...
27 Loka 202331min
Essential Policy Issues for Black People. Guest: Pamela D. Price
Many Black Americans are not aware of the problematic government policies that affect our lives and communities. In this episode, Dr. P welcomes Pamela D. Price for a discussion about policy issues ...
20 Loka 202330min
Summer Wrap-up and Preview of the Healthy Churches 2030 Virtual Conference Guest: Cary Goodman
During the summer, the Balm In Gilead conducted events in five cities as part of the Healthy Churches 2030 Roadmap Tour. In this episode, Dr. P and Cary Goodman discuss the importance of providing vi...
5 Loka 202326min
Why Is Diversity Essential to Clinical Trials? Guest: Saraswathy Nochur, PhD
Dr. P and Dr. Saraswathy Nochur discuss why it is imperative that people of diverse backgrounds participate in clinical trials. Dr. Nochur explains what happens before, during, and after a clinical tr...
24 Elo 202331min
Learning about hATTR Amyloidosis, a Genetic Disease that Disproportionately Impacts Black Communities
Hereditary ATTR amyloidosis, or hATTR amyloidosis, is a rare, inherited condition that has an increased prevalence among people of African descent. This week, Dr. P is joined by Alnylam Patient Educat...
10 Elo 202321min
What We Should Know About Depression in Black Communities. Guest: Dr. Maha Radhakrishnan
As Minority Mental Health Awareness Month draws to a close, Dr. P and her guest, Dr. Maha Radhakrishnan, discuss the high rates of depression among African Americans. They share thoughts on the connec...
27 Heinä 202321min
REST: How Do We Define It? How Do We Get More of It? Guest: Geneva Watford
Dr. P and guest Geneva Watford discuss why we MUST find time to embrace REST for mind and body. Sister Geneva gives practical steps and tips on getting REST in the midst of today's on-the-go lifestyl...
20 Heinä 202335min
