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Episode 6:  How Inequity Impacts the Heart This episode completes the six-part series on Social Equity: Honoring Bernard J. Tyson’s Legacy, and his resilient pursuit of health and equity for all. Moderated by Diversity and Inclusion Coach Tanya Odom; You'll hear a heart-felt tribute from Nancy Brown, CEO of the AHA and Dr. Keith Churchwell, Pres. of Yale New Haven Hospital who provides a framework for social determinants of health and how Bernard was instrumental in connecting the dots to our overall health including cardiovascular disease.  In this episode, get answers to: How stress and mental health impact the heart What physicians can do to better Why the community-at-large should be concerned and much more.

This is episode five of a six-part series on Social Equity: Honoring Bernard J. Tyson’s Legacy, focusing on his resilient pursuit of health and equity for all despite challenges faced in the midst of structural racism. Moderated by Tanya Odom, you'll hear from three of his friends and colleagues including: Ken McNeely President of AT &T West, Dr. Ron Copeland, Senior VP/ Chief Equity Inclusion and Diversity for Kaiser Permanente, and Lloyd Dean, CEO of CommonSpirit Health. They provide an inside look into their shared experiences of being black executives combating social determinants of health.

This is episode four of Social Equity: Honoring Bernard J. Tyson’s Legacy, focusing mental health and wellness. Moderated by Tanya Odom, featuring former Assistant to Bernard, Sherry Buie, and Kaiser Permanente's Cosette Taillac, VP, Mental Health and Wellness, and Dr. Ron Copeland, Chief Equity Officer. Topics covered include: the connection between the mind, body, spirit and racism; increased rate of suicide with girls; how childhood trauma is associated with disease, diabetes, addictions and more.

This is episode three of a six-part series on Social Equity: Honoring Bernard J. Tyson’s Legacy, focusing on access to care in a new and innovative way by addressing social issues including: prevention, food insecurity, homelessness and more. Moderated by Diversity and Inclusion Consultant Tanya Odom, featuring Dr. Bechara Choucair, Chief Health Officer of Kaiser Permanante, Lloyd Dean, CEO of CommonSpirit Health, and Caretha Coleman, Chairman of Dignity Health Community Care.

This is episode two of a six-part series on Social Equity: Honoring Bernard J. Tyson’s Legacy, focusing on what is means to have a seat at the proverbial table and create a more equitable playing field for diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Moderated by Diversity and Inclusion Consultant and Coach Tanya Odom, featuring Sherry Buie, the long-time special assistant to Bernard Tyson and President of AT&T West Ken McNeely, who was Bernard’s colleague and friend.  We address critical issues such as: breaking the barriers of structural racism, unconscious bias, professional growth, mentorship and sponsorship.   

This first episode, moderated by Diversity and Inclusion Coach Tanya Odom, is an introduction to a six-part series on Social Equity: Honoring Bernard J. Tyson’s Legacy. In a heartfelt tribute to her husband, a champion for equality and former CEO of the Kaiser Permanente, Denise Bradley-Tyson shares an intimate and heartfelt perspective on their life, love and his legacy. Some key highlights from this episode are: How their love story developed and what their secret sauce was; How and why they worked together to combat social determinants of health, systemic injustices and more; How Bernard was able to strategically work across political lines to get things done; How he was able to influence world leader’s by taking the mask off of the mental health issue; How she’s using the Bernard J. Tyson Impact to extend his legacy and build-up community-based organizations; Plus, you’ll get the inside scoop on some of his fun and favorite things.  

This episode is hosted by award-winning correspondent Trymaine Lee, with a story profile on Pastor, radio show host, gospel artist and New Yorker Donnie McClurkin who testifies about his health journey with diabetes. We’re shining a light on diabetes and other health disparities which are often rooted in racial and economic inequality.  In NYC, one subway stop apart may mean 10 years difference in life expectancy. Which is why we’ve brought together two relentless leaders; Dr. Lawanza Harris and philanthropist Liz Elting to discuss their efforts and much-needed solutions for underserved communities.

COVID-19 has had a devastating impact on New York City. On the frontlines have been physicians whose personal and professional lives have been affected by the virus; like Dr. Larry Phillips, Board President for the American Heart Association in NYC and Dr. Samer Kottiech, a Venezuelan cardiologist and founder of a clinic that serves Spanish monolingual patients. He also had COVID-19. Together, these doctors help us experience the relentless spirit of New Yorker's during the peak of the virus and beyond.

Relentless Cities is a series of powerful stories and conversations documenting a community’s dedicated pursuit of health in the face of COVID- 19, racial injustice, system limitations and health inequities – all being met by an unyielding spirit of resilience. We begin with a three-part series in NYC.  Meet Change Agents Stephen and Lizzette Ritz, founders of the Green Bronx Machine who are on track to help millions of underserved communities be healthier one child at a time In this episode you’ll learn: How the COVID -19 crisis has exposed just how vulnerable underserved communities are when it comes to underlying risks, fragilities, and inequities in our food system; Why food justice matters; How to empower a community through healthy fresh food; How to use food to promote community and economic development; How you too can become a change agent in your community and beyond. 

Wife of Detroit bus driver who went viral during the height Covid-19 shares her personal story about how he contracted and died from the virus. This is an introduction to powerful stories and conversations about health dynamics in cities across the country including:  Covid-19, health disparities, and more.  Covid-19 has hit communities of color and vulnerable front -line workers the hardest.  This episode features Desha Hargrove, the wife of Detroit bus driver Jason Hargrove who shares her heart-wrenching story of how her husband lost his life by doing his job on the front-lines transporting the people of his city. The impact of health disparities and the integrated solutions needed are outlined by Nancy Brown, CEO of the American Heart Association and Dr. Clyde Yancy, Chief of Cardiology in the Department of Medicine, Northwestern University.

Wife of Detroit bus driver who went viral during the height Covid-19 shares her personal story about how he contracted and died from the virus. Moderated by celebrated radio host Sybil Wilkes, formerly of the Tom Joyner Morning Show, this is an introduction to powerful stories and conversations about health dynamics in cities across the country including:  Covid-19, health disparities, and more.  Covid-19 has hit communities of color and vulnerable front -line workers the hardest.  This episode features Desha Hargrove, the wife of Detroit bus driver Jason Hargrove who shares her heart-wrenching story of how her husband lost his life by doing his job on the front-lines transporting the people of his city. The impact of health disparities and the integrated solutions needed are outlined by Nancy Brown, CEO of the American Heart Association and Dr. Clyde Yancy, Chief of Cardiology in the Department of Medicine, Northwestern University.

Wife of Detroit bus driver who went viral during the height Covid-19 shares her personal story about how he contracted and died from the virus. Moderated by celebrated radio host Sybil Wilkes, formerly of the Tom Joyner Morning Show, this is an introduction to powerful stories and conversations about health dynamics in cities across the country including:  Covid-19, health disparities, and more.  Covid-19 has hit communities of color and vulnerable front -line workers the hardest.  This episode features Desha Hargrove, the wife of Detroit bus driver Jason Hargrove who shares her heart-wrenching story of how her husband lost his life by doing his job on the front-lines transporting the people of his city. The impact of health disparities and the integrated solutions needed are outlined by Nancy Brown, CEO of the American Heart Association and Dr. Clyde Yancy, Chief of Cardiology in the Department of Medicine, Northwestern University.

House Calls: Real Docs, Real Talk is the American Heart Association's LIVE show where doctors provide real answers about your most pressing health concerns.  In our After Show, we address our viewers incoming questions that we didn't have time to respond to during the show. Is discrimination really a serious threat to cardiovascular health? This week with Dr. Eldrin F. Lewis Chief of Cardiovascular Medicine at Stanford University, we discuss how stress impacts the heart and overall health, what unique challenges people of color face, why broken heart syndrome is a real thing and much more.

House Calls: Real Docs, Real Talk is the American Heart Association's LIVE show where doctors provide real answers about your most pressing health concerns. In our After Show, we address our viewers incoming questions that we didn't have time to respond to during the show. Is vaping really that bad? This week we go a little deeper to explain vaping vs. e-cigarettes, the impact that vaping has on the heart, the brain and more.

House Calls: Real Docs, Real Talk is the American Heart Association's LIVE show where doctors provide real answers about your most pressing health concerns. In our After Show, we address our viewers incoming questions that we didn't have time to respond to during the show. As students head back to campus – or their computers – parents have more questions than ever. This week we take a deeper-dive with our doctor’s who answered your pressing questions including: How the flu and vaccinations will impact the school year, if food is way of virus transmission, and how breakfast and lunch should be handled, how teachers should protect themselves and much more.  

House Calls: Real Docs, Real Talk is the American Heart Association's LIVE show where doctors provide real answers about your most pressing health concerns. Here in our After Show, we address our viewers incoming questions that we didn't have time to respond to during the show. Being in quarantine might give you more time to mix your favorite cocktail, but will extra drinking put your health at risk? This week we take a deeper-dive with Dr. Katherine Sanchez, PhD, LCSW who answers questions about if alcoholism is a habit or hereditary, we discuss the dynamics of drinking to cope with emotional challenges, the impact of alcohol on our overall health, and more.  

House Calls: Real Docs, Real Talk is the American Heart Association's LIVE show where doctors provide real answers about your most pressing health concerns. In our After Show, we address our viewers incoming questions that we didn't have time to respond to during the show. Coping with the pandemic is tough – for you and the people around you. This week we take a deeper- dive with psychiatrist Dr. Jon Lehrmann to discuss the mental and emotional challenges brought on as a result of Covid-19.  We answer many of your questions in great detail, including: Why we need mental health maintenance. When is it time to see a doctor?   How do I know if I’m depressed and need medication?  How can I work through grief? What exactly is anxiety and why do I feel it?

This episode rounds out our five-part series exploring Covid-19 and it's potential impact on stroke survivors. Although survivors can continue to make progress in their recovery years after a stroke, rehabilitation during the first three months is especially critical.  In our latest podcast, actor and stroke survivor Timothy Omundson shares his story. Plus, a rehab expert answers questions about accessing rehab during the pandemic for stroke survivors and their families.   

House Calls: Real Docs, Real Talk is the American Heart Association's LIVE show where doctors provide real answers about your most pressing health concerns. In our After Show, we address our viewers incoming questions that we didn't have time to respond to during the show. Will your next trip to the doctor be a virtual one? This week we discuss the growing popularity of telehealth and telemedicine: can I join my spouse on a telehealth visit, does it matter if you’re out of state and what kind of security measures are being put into place.

Real doctors provide real answers about Covid-19 and how to protect yourself. They're addressing your questions around how to stay safe and healthy during the pandemic, including questions such as, should I got to the gym, should I be visiting the hospital or what type of hand sanitizer and masks are best?”