HealthCare UnTold

Arturo came out  of the closet as a student at UCLA, and  quickly became a Gay leader working for the largest Gay/Lesbian Organization in Los Angeles. His activism within the Gay/Lesbian movement included persuading white activists  to recognize people of color. This was a great challenge and he was not easily accepted by the  primarily white leadership. Then came the AIDS Epidemic which changed his life.  His partner was diagnosed early in the epidemic and he had no other choice but to join the many  who fought and organized for men of color to be cared for and accepted by both the Gay/Lesbian and Latino communities. Arturo represents a generation of activists in our community who committed their lives to saving the lives of others. We  at HealthCare UnTold recognize him as one of our many heroes as we honor his story of leadership, advocacy, and courage.

28 Apr 202146min

As the Executive Director of the Collectivo Rescate Cultural, Juan Pablo has organized and presented  the Dia de Los Muertos Procession in the Mission District of San Francisco for 39 years. November 2, 2021  will mark the 40th Anniversary of the  Dia De Los Muertos Procession. Due to the protections necessary because of Covid-19, this year he has curated a drive by procession at San Francisco's Davies Symphony Hall  where very large lithographs representing the Aztec stages of death will be exhibited for the public to enjoy.Juan Pablo discusses the importance of protecting  our culture,  language, and  rituals as a way of maintaining our communal spiritual health.   Since the Procession's inception, he has not sought or accepted corporate sponsorships because of his firm conviction to refrain from  "selling our dead." Drive or walk by Davies Symphony Hall  on November 2, 2021 to honor our ancestors, enjoy stunning lithographs, and support the 40th Anniversary of the Dia De Los Muertos Procession.

21 Apr 202138min

Trauma Informed CareImpact of Race on Health OutcomesMental Health ServicesInstitutional Racism

14 Apr 202140min

Dr. Sandra Hernandez shares about the effectiveness of the vaccines and the importance of getting vaccinated.*Getting vaccinated means that you cannot transmit the virus to your loved ones.*Vaccinated individuals can visit with other vaccinated  family members and friends.*Hospitalizations, sickness and deaths from Covid 19 can be prevented if we are vaccinated. Do your part to SMASH Covid-19: GET VACCINATED!

7 Apr 202117min

There is great hope that  our new Biden/Harris Administration will provide  a more humane approach for the migration of families, and assist with  economic solutions for Central America. The Caravan For The Children Campaign is a focus on the thousands of children that families have  sent in their anguish to provide  safety and support for their children.The Campaign Goals include:Increasing Awareness of the current immigration policies and their traumatic impacts on children and their parents.Engaging communities, networks and advocates  to endorse, support and get involved with the campaign.Calling on Local Officials to advocate for the freeing of the children being held at ICE detention centers.Leading a Caravan to the San Diego-Tijuana border and to Washington D.C. within the 100 days  to demand that elected leaders Uncage, Reunify and Heal the Children.To Get Involved: https://www.ifrsf.org

31 Mars 202121min

In response to the previous podcast on Fathers of New Mexico, Dr. Epstein shares his thoughts on the importance of such family-supporting organizations. Our children need their father's family involvement to provide good role models and a healthy future. Due to the mass incarceration of men of color, many fathers have been absent from their children's lives. The trauma associated with a father's absence contributes to generational family trauma.New social welfare policies that recognize the impact of mass incarceration and the importance of fathers' involvement in families can go a long way to ensuring healthy children and families.  https://healthcare-untold.simplecast.com/episodes/johnny-wilson-ken-epstein

24 Mars 202124min

Young Fathers can  successfully  raise and nourish their children  in loving environments.  Fathers of  New Mexico supports these Fathers  by working closely with them to develop success strategies including developing positive collaborations with mothers whether the parents are together or not.  Providing case management and hosting support groups are just a few of the services that Fathers of New Mexico provides to help Fathers work through and meet  their  multiple parental  responsibilities.Organizations like Fathers Project of New Mexico  need and depend on our personal financial support. Let's support Young Fathers of New Mexico by donating to: fathersnewmexico.org

17 Mars 202126min

Alva emphasizes the importance  of self-care to be an effective community activist.  Activists work many hours under stressful conditions and need to be mindful of their own physical and mental health needs.During the HIV/AIDS epidemic, Alva was called upon to expand services to meet the growing needs of Spanish-speaking Gay Latino men, as well as men who were having sex with men and women who were infected and affected. She  assisted  and educated families about HIV/AIDS and LGBT  communities, and helped them cope with  stigma, fear and death.Alva shares her thoughts on how to ensure equity  and justice during the Covid-19 Pandemic including using existing  Nonprofit networks throughout Latino communities as well as radio and social media to improve education and  communication to the diverse Latino communities.Alva continues her work as a consultant as owner of  AAM  Social Services Consulting.

10 Mars 202124min