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Join us in this episode as we navigate the complexities of the South African healthcare system and uncover root causes of the persistent structural inequities affecting access to quality care based on race, class, gender, and other identities. This exploration sheds light on both the strengths and hurdles of the system, offering a glimpse into the ongoing journey towards healthcare

Join BLKHLTH co-founders Mercie, Khadijah, and Matthew in this podcast episode in partnership with Planet Fitness for a crucial conversation on "Creating Equity in Fitness." Special guest Teddy Savage, National Lead Trainer at Planet Fitness, talks with the team about the intersection of fitness, nutrition, health equity, and social justice. Together, they delve into topics such as

BLKHLTH has partnered with Advil and Morehouse School of Medicine on the Advil Pain Equity Project, a long-term commitment to champion equitable and accessible pain relief. Through research, education, and collaboration, we are working to illuminate the issue of pain inequity in Black communities. Join us for this special episode featuring Brytanny McClendon-Weary, a fourth-year me

We're discussing the political determinants of health: how policy and politics impact Black people’s access to health-promoting services, resources, and environments. We dive into specific issues such as the Supreme Court's decision to strike down affirmative action in college admissions, anti-"woke" policies at the state level, and Cop City in ATL.

In this episode, Felicity and Mbali of BLKHLTH SA sit down with Kim Windvogel, host of the Showmax docuseries Sex & Pleasure and co-founder of FEMMEPROJECTS, to talk all things sex, health, and ensuring one's physical, emotional, and spiritual safety. In partnership with ⁠iQHAWE Magazine⁠. Check out ⁠this article⁠ from iQHAWE with a list of safe and inclusive sexual health

Cancer rates are on the rise for people younger than 50. We're talking about why that is and why it matters especially for Black people. Check out ProPublica's Cancer Heatmap ⁠here⁠: https://projects.propublica.org/toxmap/ A video of this episode is also available on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/Lwatz2hBecQ Don't forget to follow us on social media @blkhlth on all

Hey cousins! In this episode, we discuss what we've been watching lately and then dive into a conversation on environmental racism, touching on topics like: - Water crisis in Jackson, MS - History of environmental justice movement - "Cancer alley" in St. James Parish, LA - Global racial implications of climate change Some articles to read related to our conversation: https://www.ye

Hey family! Khadijah loves her cats, Pinot and Noir, and we're still waiting for Renaissance visuals!!! Beyoncé please! Also we're talking about structural racism in hospital financing - hospitals that serve majority Black populations have lower revenues and profits; and the implications of student loan forgiveness for Black health. Leave a comment, rate, and subscribe! Follow us

Hey y'all! On this episode we're getting into the weeds of the concept of intersectionality and how it relates to health justice. Also we did a video recording of this episode so watch it on our Instagram or Youtube too!

They can't break our souls! In this ep, we're talking about new music, the overturning of Roe v. Wade and its implications for Black people, and some quick facts about monkeypox. Please find some abortion access and reproductive justice resources below: Aid Access supports people with an unwanted pregnancy to access the abortion pill: https://aidaccess.org/en/ Reproductive Justice