Distrust & Disparities: Dismantling Black Health Disparities

Marginalized Women & Brazilian Butt Lifts Part 1

This is part one of our marginalized women and Brazilian butt lifts discussion. In this episode we discuss the dangers of the popular Brazilian butt lift plastic surgery procedure. We cover a notorious Miami clinic that performs many BBLs, with some devastating results and the doctor who owns and operates this clinic, even though they are not a board certified plastic surgeon. And we highlight Pretty Brown Girl, an organization that empowers Black and Brown girls while encouraging self-acceptance by cultivating social, emotional & intellectual well-being.Visit the Pretty Brown Girl website to learn more about their mission of empowering young women, find programs near you, and donate to their cause.If you would like to suggest a topic we should discuss, share your own personal story, or shoutout an organization or individual email us at distrustanddisparities@gmail.com.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.ResourcesThis business helped transform Miami into a national plastic surgery destination. Eight women died. by Michael Sallah and Maria PerezYoung mothers, blue-collar clerks, all promised life-changing plastic surgeries - and died. by Michael Sallah and Maria PerezThe deadly Miami plastic surgery clinics, all owned by the same man, that killed EIGHT women after aggressively marketing half-priced services by DailyMail.com ReporterI'm a plastic surgeon who won't perform Brazilian Butt Lifts. They're deadly. by Arthur W. PerryBrazilian Butt Lifts Surge, Despite Risks by Abby Ellin Brazilian butt lift: behind the world’s most dangerous cosmetic surgery by Sophie ElmhirstThe BBL effect: How the Brazilian butt lift went mainstream by Rebecca Jennings

Cervical Cancer & Black Women - Henrietta Lacks‘ Story Part 2

This is part two of our cervical cancer and Henrietta Lacks discussion.In this episode we continue the discussion of Henrietta Lacks, a Black woman whose cells have made an enormous contribution to medicine and science. We talk about the complex distrust her family has of the medical system and their fight to control her story and her cells. And we highlight organizations created by the Lacks family to honor and preserve Henrietta’s legacy. To learn more about Henrietta Lacks and her family, you can visit HELA 100 The Henrietta Lacks Initiative that was started by the Lacks family.If you would like to suggest a topic we should discuss, share your own personal story, or shoutout an organization or individual email us at distrustanddisparities@gmail.com.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. ResourcesHenrietta Lacks, Her Story by Lacks FamilyHenrietta Lacks' estate sued a company saying it used her 'stolen' cells for research by The Associated PressWho Owes the Henrietta Lacks Family? by Hannah GiorgisWealthy funder pays reparations for use of HeLa cells by Alexandra Witze

Cervical Cancer & Black Women - Henrietta Lacks‘ Story Part 1

This is part one of our cervical cancer and Henrietta Lacks discussion. In this episode we discuss Henrietta Lacks’ story and the disparity that remains in the diagnosis of and death from cervical cancer, especially in Black women. Henrietta Lacks is a Black woman who died of cervical cancer in 1951 but her cells have lived on and have made enormous contributions to medicine and science. And we highlight the Black Women’s Health Imperative, the first and only national nonprofit organization created by Black women and dedicated to helping protect and advance the health and wellness of Black women and girls.Visit the Black Women’s Health Imperative website to find resources, take action, donate, and support the organization’s mission.If you would like to suggest a topic we should discuss, share your own personal story, or shoutout an organization or individual email us at distrustanddisparities@gmail.com.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Resources Henrietta Lacks, Her Story by Lacks FamilyThe Legacy of Henrietta Lacks by Johns Hopkins MedicineHenrietta Lacks’s family is suing for guardianship of her ‘immortal cells’ by The Lily NewsCerving Confidence and Ciara issue call to Black women: Commit to self-care and schedulea well-woman exam by BWHI Staff

Breast Cancer & Black Women - Ericka Hart‘s Story

In this episode we discuss breast cancer and Black women. We cover Ericka Hart’s (pronouns: she/they) story, a queer Black femme who was diagnosed with bilateral breast cancer at 28. And we highlight Touch: The Black Breast Cancer Alliance, an advocacy organization founded by Ricki Fairley, a triple negative breast cancer survivor.To learn more about Ericka Hart’s story, please visit their website. Also, check her many interviews and speeches on Youtube including the PBS First Person interview, S2 #4: Surviving Racism & Cancer as a Queer Woman.Find more resources regarding breast cancer and ways to support Rick Fairley’s advocacy program, TOUCH, on their website.If you would like to suggest a topic we should discuss, share your own personal story, or shoutout an organization or individual email us at distrustanddisparities@gmail.com.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. ResourcesAfrican American Women and Breast Cancer by Breast Cancer Prevention Partners

Domestic Violence & Black Women - Marissa Alexander‘s Story

In this episode we discuss domestic violence and Black women. We cover Marissa Alexander’s story, a Black woman sentenced to 20 years in prison for protecting herself from her abusive estranged ex-husband. And we highlight Survived & Punished, a coalition working to free criminalized and incarcerated survivors.To learn more about Marissa Alexander and her story please visit her website.Visit the Survived and Punished website to find resources, take action, donate, or support the coalition’s mission to decriminalize surviving domestic violence.If you or a loved one need help, call 911 if you are in immediate danger. For anonymous, confidential help, 24/7, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1.800.799.7233 or 1.800.787.3224 now.If you would like to suggest a topic we should discuss, share your own personal story, or shoutout an organization or individual email us at distrustanddisparities@gmail.com.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. ResourcesWho is Marissa Alexander and why does she face 60 years in prison? by Free Marissa Now

Introducing Distrust & Disparities

Distrust & Disparities discusses cases of current and historical medical injustices within the American healthcare system that have led to deep rooted distrust within Black, Indigenous, and other communities of color. We get into how we can overcome this systemic mistreatment, advocate for ourselves, and close the gap on poor health outcomes and disparities.Host Jasmyn Moore, registered nurse, and co-host Camille White discuss why we started this podcast and what to expect when you tune in bi-weekly. If you would like to suggest a topic we should discuss, share your own personal story, or shoutout an organization or individual email us at distrustanddisparities@gmail.com.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.