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Today we're talking to special guest, Demetrius Kirk, DNPc, about his journey to pursuing graduate education as we begin a new series called: Becoming: Doctor of Nursing Practice. We're going to follow his journey to becoming a doctorally prepared nurse leader. Each semester he will return to share his experience as we watch his career, vision, and practice evolve.

The changing demands of the nation's complex healthcare environment require that nurses serving in specialty positions have the highest level of scientific knowledge and practice expertise possible. Some of the many factors which are accelerating momentum for change in nursing education at the graduate level include: the rapid expansion of knowledge underlying practice; increased complexity of patient care; national concerns about the quality of care and patient safety; shortages of nursing personnel which demands a higher level of preparation for leaders who can design and assess care; shortages of doctorally prepared nursing faculty, and increasing educational expectations for the preparation of other health professionals.
 
The National Academy of Medicine (Institute of Medicine), Joint Commission, National Advisory Council on Nurse Education and Practice, and other authorities have called for reconceptualizing health professions education to meet the needs of the healthcare delivery system. Nursing is answering that call by moving to prepare APRNs for evolving practice.

DNP curricula expands learning essential to preparing expert clinicians and nurse leaders, including coursework focused on evidence-based practice, quality improvement, leadership, policy advocacy, informatics, and systems thinking. The transition to the DNP will better prepare APRNs for their current roles given the calls for new models of care delivery and the growing complexity of health care.
 
The DNP is designed for nurses seeking a terminal degree and offers an alternative to research-focused doctoral programs. DNP-prepared nurses are well-equipped to fully implement the science developed by nurse researchers prepared in PhD and other research-focused nursing doctorates.
 
The title of Doctor is common to many disciplines and is not the domain of any one health profession. Many APRNs currently hold doctoral degrees and are addressed as doctors, which is similar to how clinical psychologists, dentists, podiatrists, and other experts are addressed. Like other providers, DNPs are expected to display their credentials to ensure that patients understand their preparation as nursing providers.
 
Nursing and medicine are distinct health disciplines that prepare clinicians to assume different roles and meet different practice expectations. DNP programs will prepare nurses for the highest level of nursing practice. 
https://www.aacnnursing.org/our-initiatives/education-practice/doctor-of-nursing-practice/about-the-dnp
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Connect with Demetrius Kirk, DNPc, MBA,MSN, RN, LNHA, LSSGB, PAC-NE, QCP
Email: Nursedkirk@gmail.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aservantleader/ 

Resource mention in the show:
-DNPs of Color https://www.dnpsofcolor.org/ 

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Welcome everyone to the Melanin Initiative!

“In healthcare, there is often too much information and not enough time. Here at The Melanin Initiative, we avoid TMI by breaking things down into language you can understand, we create a safe space to ask your questions, and share our nursing perspective without taking too much of your time."

Today we're talking to special guest, Demetrius Kirk, DNPc, as we begin a new series called: Becoming: Doctor of Nursing Practice. We're going to follow his journey to becoming a doctorally prepared nurse leader. Each semester he will return to share his experience as we watch his career, vision, and practice evolve. 

In episode 1, we discuss:
-His journey to becoming a nurse

-Mentors and peers who helped him along the way

-How he selected his school and program 

-His vision for the future 

-His perspective of the current state of healthcare and where he sees it going in the next ten years

-What he has learned that he didn't know prior to nursing school

-What he wished he would have known prior to becoming a nurse

Connect with Demetrius Kirk, DNPc, MBA,MSN, RN, LNHA, LSSGB, PAC-NE, QCP
Email: Nursedkirk@gmail.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aservantleader/ 


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“In healthcare, there is often too much information and not enough time. Here at The Melanin Initiative, we avoid TMI by breaking things down into language you can understand, we create a safe space to ask your questions, and share our nursing perspective without taking too much of your time."

Today we're talking to special guest, Dr. Kamila Barnes, DNP, FNP-C, about the National Black Nurses’ Association’s Black Maternal Health Virtual Conference on Friday February 23 to Saturday February 24, 2024. In this episode we discuss:

1. The history of the National Black Nurses Association
2. Their Mission and vision 
3. The purpose of the upcoming Black Maternal Health Virtual Conference
4. The state of maternal health in Black and Brown communities
5. How nurses help to improve awareness, patient outcomes, and the patient experience when it comes to Black maternal health
6. What attendees can expect during the conference
7. How you can learn more about and get involved with the NBNA
8. How you can register for the conference

Connect with Dr. Kamila Barnes, DNP, FNP-C
Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/bha_llc/?hl=en
LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-kamila-barnes-dnp-fnp-c-1111bb57/

Resources mention in the show:
-Register for the Black Maternal Health Virtual Conference: 
-Become a member of the National Black Nurses's Association: https://www.nbna.org/member
-Join a local chapter of the NBNA (Chapter Directory): https://www.nbna.org/chapdirect

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“In healthcare, there is often too much information and not enough time. Here at The Melanin Initiative, we avoid TMI by breaking things down into language you can understand, we create a safe space to ask your questions, and share our nursing perspective without taking too much of your time."

Today we're talking about the relationship between healthcare and life insurance with our special guest, Glacia Cooper.
By the end of the episode, our goal is that you’ll be able to discuss:

-The relationship between life insurance and healthcare 

-The relationship between life insurance and retirement 

-When you should start thinking about working with a retirement specialist 

-How you can prepare for your first meeting with a retirement specialist 

-Where you can start and credible resources to begin retirement planning

Connect with Glacia Cooper:
-LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/glacia-cooper-62a6b9121 
-Facebook https://www.facebook.com/glacia.cooper/?paipv=0&eav=AfYpYJ5KkP7rQ6wsS3fC02AN3aq9TDFm9Yrt22E2jo9bnPk9rXC9xiHi6P9mFITT-E8&_rdr 

Resources:
-Life insurance: What it is, how it works, and how to buy a policy https://www.investopedia.com/terms/l/lifeinsurance.asp
-Is life insurance worth it? https://www.investopedia.com/articles/active-trading/120814/life-insurance-smart-investment.asp
-Term life insurance https://www.investopedia.com/terms/t/termlife.asp
-Whole life insurance https://www.investopedia.com/terms/w/wholelife.asp
-Review of life insurance companies https://www.investopedia.com/best-life-insurance-companies-4845858
-Medical Information Bureau https://www.mib.com/

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Welcome everyone to the Melanin Initiative!

“In healthcare, there is often too much information and not enough time. Here at The Melanin Initiative, we avoid TMI by breaking things down into language you can understand, we create a safe space to ask your questions, and share our nursing perspective without taking too much of your time."

Today we're talking about life insurance with our special guest, Glacia Cooper, RN.
We're discussing:

 -Her journey from from nursing to life insurance
-What is financial literacy 
-What is life insurance and why it’s important 
-Common questions about life insurance 
-Gaps in awareness about life insurance when it comes to Black & Brown communities 
-Where you can start if you want to learn more? 

Connect with Glacia Cooper:
-LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/glacia-cooper-62a6b9121 
-Facebook https://www.facebook.com/glacia.cooper/?paipv=0&eav=AfYpYJ5KkP7rQ6wsS3fC02AN3aq9TDFm9Yrt22E2jo9bnPk9rXC9xiHi6P9mFITT-E8&_rdr 

Resources:
-Life insurance: What it is, how it works, and how to buy a policy https://www.investopedia.com/terms/l/lifeinsurance.asp
-Is life insurance worth it? https://www.investopedia.com/articles/active-trading/120814/life-insurance-smart-investment.asp
-Term life insurance https://www.investopedia.com/terms/t/termlife.asp
-Whole life insurance https://www.investopedia.com/terms/w/wholelife.asp
-Review of life insurance companies https://www.investopedia.com/best-life-insurance-companies-4845858

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Welcome everyone to the Melanin Initiative!

“In healthcare, there is often too much information and not enough time. Here at The Melanin Initiative, we avoid TMI by breaking things down into language you can understand, we create a safe space to ask your questions, and share our nursing perspective without taking too much of your time."

Today we're talking about anticoagulants or blood thinners.
By the end of the episode, our goal is that you’ll be able to discuss:

• What blood thinners do and why they’re prescribed
• Lifestyle changes for those taking blood thinners
• Popular blood thinners and what to know about them
• Safety considerations
  • Dietary choices
  • Herbal supplements
  • Falls 

Resources:
-Blood thinner pills: Your guide to using them safely https://www.ahrq.gov/patients-consumers/diagnosis-treatment/treatments/btpills/btpills.html
-What are anticoagulants? https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/22288-anticoagulants
-The difference between compression stockings and T.E.D. hose: https://www.yourveincarecenter.com/difference-between-compression-stockings-and-ted-hose/
-Why you should wear T.E.D hose or compression socks: https://hillcrestsouth.com/news/when-should-you-wear-ted-hose-or-compression-socks
-How to put on T.E.D hose: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=183QoZ4uWAY

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Welcome everyone to the Melanin Initiative!

“In healthcare, there is often too much information and not enough time. Here at The Melanin Initiative, we avoid TMI by breaking things down into language you can understand, we create a safe space to ask your questions, and share our nursing perspective without taking too much of your time."

Today we're talking about sleep apnea.
By the end of the episode, our goal is that you’ll be able to:

-Discuss what causes sleep apnea and the different types
-List the risk factors for developing sleep apnea
-Name the short and long-term safety concerns
-Discuss the steps to getting diagnosed
-Name the most common treatment options

Resources:
-What is sleep apnea: https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/sleep-apnea
-What is CPAP? https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/cpap
-What is a sleep study? https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/treatment-tests-and-therapies/sleep-study
-What happens during a sleep study? https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/what-happens-in-a-sleep-study
-National Sleep Foundation: https://www.thensf.org/


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Welcome everyone to the Melanin Initiative! 

“In healthcare, there is often too much information and not enough time. Here at The Melanin Initiative, we avoid TMI by breaking things down into language you can understand, we create a safe space to ask your questions, and share our nursing perspective without taking too much of your time."

Today's episode is part of our Maternal Health series. We're joined by Doula Alexandria Vaughn-Powe of Metro Detroit to talk about Doulas.

By the end of the episode, it’s our goal you’ll be able to discuss:

-The history and definition of doulas
-The mission of the Black Doulas Association
-The education and training doulas receive
-The importance of doulas before, during, and after pregnancy
-The services you can expect as a client
-The challenges to providing care or misconceptions people have about doulas


Connect with Alexandria:

Email: thebirthalchemis@outlook.com
Instagram: @thebirthalchemist
Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/thebirthalchemist/?etsrc=sdt 
Black Doula Association: https://www.blackdoulas.org/

Resources:
-National Black Doulas Association https://www.blackdoulas.org/
-DONA International https://www.dona.org/
-Still Birthday: A pregnancy loss is still a birthday https://stillbirthday.com/
-Mid-Atlantic Mothers' Milk Bank: https://midatlanticmilkbank.org/
-Impact of Doulas on Healthy Birth Outcomes https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3647727/
-I'm an Ob-Gyn. Here's why I had a Doula help with my delivery by Dr. Denise De Los Santos https://www.acog.org/womens-health/experts-and-stories/the-latest/im-an-ob-gyn-heres-why-i-had-a-doula-help-with-my-delivery
-Placenta-worth trying? Human maternal placentophagy: Possible benefit and potential risks https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6138470/

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Welcome everyone to the Melanin Initiative! 

“In healthcare, there is often too much information and not enough time. Here at The Melanin Initiative, we avoid TMI by breaking things down into language you can understand, we create a safe space to ask your questions, and share our nursing perspective without taking too much of your time." 

By the end of the show, we hope you’ll be able to: 

• Define anxiety and depression
• Identify signs and symptoms of anxiety and depression
• Discuss common causes of anxiety and depression, as well as risk factors
• Define suicidal ideation
  • Discuss what to do if you’re experiencing thoughts of suicide
  • Discuss what to do if someone you know is experiencing thoughts of suicide
• Understand treatment options for anxiety, depression, &  suicidal ideation

Resources:
-Anxiety disorders https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/anxiety-disorders
-What is depression? https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/depression/what-is-depression#:~:text=Depression%20(major%20depressive%20disorder)%20is,in%20activities%20you%20once%20enjoyed.
-Bipolar depression https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/bipolar-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20355955#:~:text=Overview,or%20pleasure%20in%20most%20activities.
-Perinatal depression https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/perinatal-depression
-Postpartum depression https://www.cdc.gov/reproductivehealth/depression/index.htm
- What is suicide? https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/suicide-prevention
- Suicide Prevention Resource Center https://sprc.org/
-5 action steps for helping someone in emotional pain https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/suicide-prevention
-Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline

Practices accepting new clients in Maryland and Virginia:

 Kelsey Wilson PLLC

• Website: Kelseywpllc.com
• Contact: Therapy@kelseywpllc.com
• Accepting Virginia Clients

A Rhaea Hope

• Website: https://www.arhaeahope.com
• Contact: Hello@arhaehope.com
• Accepting Virginia and Maryland Clients

True Mission Services

• Website: https://truemissionservices.com
• Contact: Rosaavant@truemissionservices.com
• Accepting Virginia Clients

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*This show is for educational purposes only. The opinions expressed are our opinions alone, they are not a representation of any of our affiliations. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, you should seek medical attention and medical guidance from your healthcare provider. If you’re having a physical emergency you can call 911 and if you’re having a mental health emergency you can call 988.

Welcome everyone to the Melanin Initiative!  

“In healthcare, there is often too much information and not enough time. Here at The Melanin Initiative, we avoid TMI by breaking things down into language you can understand, we create a safe space to ask your questions, and share our nursing perspective without taking too much of your time."

This is the first of a new series called Faith & Medicine: The Hard Questions and we're joined by Rev. Leona Madison, MDiv, a graduate of Howard University's Divinity School. You can connect with Rev. Leona Madison, MDiv on Instagram @rev.leona_p._madison 

During this series, we'll be inviting guests to share their personal and professional experience navigating healthcare from a spiritual lens. Each guests will also share how they answer the hard questions. Over the course of this series, the questions will evolve as our conversation unfolds. We invite you to send in your questions as well to tmi.melanin@gmail.com. If you're interested in being on the show, email us to begin scheduling your interview.

The hard questions for this show will include:

• Why does God let bad things happen to good people?
• How do you respond to people who've lost hope due to advanced disease, receiving a poor prognosis, and death of a loved one?
• What is the relationship between intercession and advocacy?
• Where can clinicians and caregivers start who desire to intercede for patients and loved ones?

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Welcome everyone to the Melanin Initiative! 

This is the final installment of a multi-part series with Rev. Leona Madison, MDiv who returns to share how faith played a role during her journey with breast cancer from diagnosis until today. We've divided her story into different segments in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month in October. We've discussed each phase of her journey to include:
-Diagnosis
-Treatment
-Life After Treatment (side effects), Part 1 & 2
-Faith


“In healthcare, there is often too much information and not enough time. Here at The Melanin Initiative, we avoid TMI by breaking things down into language you can understand, we create a safe space to ask your questions, and share our nursing perspective without taking too much of your time."

The data shows that when it comes to Black and Brown communities, we wait too late to be diagnosed and once we are diagnosed the disease is so advanced that the options for treatment are limited and the risk of death and disability is that much higher. Knowledge is power and so is having a support system and understanding the importance of advocacy.

Throughout October we addressed each of these themes. We release a new episode every Tuesday for TMI Tuesdays at 10am. You can find us on all your favorite podcast apps and YouTube.

Connect with Rev. Leona Madison, MDiv on Instagram @rev.leona_p._madison

American Cancer Society Recommendations
-https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/breast-cancer/screening-tests-and-early-detection/american-cancer-society-recommendations-for-the-early-detection-of-breast-cancer.html

Learn more about Susan G. Komen
- Black women and Breast Cancer https://www.komen.org/blog/black-history-month-2023/
-Hispanic women and Breast Cancer https://www.komen.org/blog/dr-amelie-ramirez-hispanic-women-shouldnt-be-dying-at-higher-rates/
-Asian women and Breast Cancer https://www.komen.org/blog/during-asian-american-pacific-islander-aapi-heritage-month-prioritize-your-health/
-Breast Cancer and the culture https://www.komen.org/breast-cancer/risk-factor/race-ethnicity/
-Men and Breast Cancer https://www.komen.org/breast-cancer/facts-statistics/male-breast-cancer/
-Find a walk near you https://www.komen.org/how-to-help/attend-events/race-for-the-cure/

Hope Lodge with the American Cancer Society: https://www.cancer.org/support-programs-and-services/patient-lodging/hope-lodge.html

Breast Cancer Prevention and Treatment Act of 2000
- https://www.hhs.gov/guidance/sites/default/files/hhs-guidance-documents/sho010401_179.pdf
- https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/CRPT-106hrpt486/pdf/CRPT-106hrpt486-pt1.pdf

Breast Cancer Legislation
-Susan G Komen ABCD Act https://www.komen.org/news/abcd-act/
-SCREENS for Cancer Act https://www.komen.org/news/susan-g-komen-lauds-reintroduction-of-screens-act/
-Susan G. Komen MBC Access to Care Act https://www.komen.org/news/mbc-bill-2023/#:~:text=The%20Metastatic%20Breast%20Cancer%20Access,waiting%20period%20for%20Medicare%20benefits.

Grief Share
- https://www.griefshare.org/

Research: Tamoxifen for women at high risk for breast cancer https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3933348/

The National Rural Health Association
- https://www.ruralhealth.us/

Breast cancer chemoprevention: Drugs that reduce risk via the Mayo Clinic
-https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/breast-cancer/in-depth/breast-cancer/art-20045353
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Welcome everyone to the Melanin Initiative!

“In healthcare, there is often too much information and not enough time. Here at The Melanin Initiative, we avoid TMI by breaking things down into language you can understand, we create a safe space to ask your questions, and share our nursing perspective without taking too much of your time."

By the end of the episode, it’s our goal you’ll be able to:

1. Define CHF or congestive heart failure
2. Discuss the signs and symptoms, complications
3. List how to avoid hospitalization
4. Describe Diet and weight management recommendations
5. Understand common medications and side effects 

Resources:
- American Heart Association: What is heart failure? https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/heart-failure/what-is-heart-failure
-Diuretics https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/21826-diuretics
-Left ventricular assistive device (LVAD) https://stanfordhealthcare.org/medical-treatments/l/lvad.html
-Cardiac rehabilitation https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/cardiac-rehab/what-is-cardiac-rehabilitation



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*This show is for educational purposes only. The opinions expressed are our opinions alone, they are not a representation of any of our affiliations. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, you should seek medical attention and medical guidance from your healthcare provider. If you’re having a physical emergency you can call 911 and if you’re having a mental health emergency you can call 988.

Welcome everyone to the Melanin Initiative! 

“In healthcare, there is often too much information and not enough time. Here at The Melanin Initiative, we avoid TMI by breaking things down into language you can understand, we create a safe space to ask your questions, and share our nursing perspective without taking too much of your time." 

By the end of the show, we hope you’ll feel comfortable: 

1. Describing what the pancreas does
2. Defining pancreatitis
3. Describing pancreatitis signs and symptoms, complications
4. Discussing risk factors and preventative measures
5. Understanding the diagnosis, common treatment, and the risk of recurrence 

Resources:
- What is pancreatitis? https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/pancreatitis
- Nutrition and clinical trials https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/digestive-diseases/pancreatitis
-American Addiction Centers https://americanaddictioncenters.org/alcoholism-treatment/effects-of-alcohol-on-the-pancreas
- Pancreatic cancer https://www.cancer.gov/types/pancreatic/patient/pancreatic-treatment-pdq#:~:text=Pancreatic%20cancer%20is%20a%20disease,is%20difficult%20to%20diagnose%20early.



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*This show is for educational purposes only. The opinions expressed are our opinions alone, they are not a representation of any of our affiliations. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, you should seek medical attention and medical guidance from your healthcare provider. If you’re having a physical emergency you can call 911 and if you’re having a mental health emergency you can call 988.

Welcome everyone to the Melanin Initiative! 

“In healthcare, there is often too much information and not enough time. Here at The Melanin Initiative, we avoid TMI by breaking things down into language you can understand, we create a safe space to ask your questions, and share our nursing perspective without taking too much of your time." 

By the end of the show, we hope you’ll feel comfortable understanding: 
-Define stroke and heart attack.
-Discuss signs/symptoms of stroke and heart attack.
-Discuss risk factors in developing a stroke or having a heart attack.
-Discuss preventative measures.

Resources:
-What is a heart attack? https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/heart-attack
-Heart attack in women https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/heart-attack/warning-signs-of-a-heart-attack/heart-attack-symptoms-in-women
-How race and ethnicity impact heart disease https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/23051-ethnicity-and-heart-disease
-Nitroglycerin https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/drugs/20423-nitroglycerin-sublingual-tablets



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1. The Poor health outcomes in the U.S compared to other countries
2. The importance of having a health care advocate (doula)
3. Postpartum depression
4. Prenatal care
5. How to have a healthy, supportive pregnancy and postpartum period

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Listen to the podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2186156 

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Welcome everyone to the Melanin Initiative!  “In healthcare, there is often too much information and not enough time. Here at The Melanin Initiative, we avoid TMI by breaking things down into language you can understand, we create a safe space to ask your questions, and share our nursing perspective without taking too much of your time."

By the end of the show, we hope you’ll feel comfortable:

1. Explaining the role and location of the thyroid
2. Discussing common thyroid disorders, signs and symptoms
3. Discussing causes and risk factors for thyroid disease
4. Naming the treatment options for various thyroid disorders

Resources:

- The American Thyroid Association https://www.thyroid.org/
- Hypothyroidism https://www.thyroid.org/hypothyroidism/
- Hashimoto's Thyroiditis https://www.thyroid.org/hashimotos-thyroiditis/
- Hyperthyroidism https://www.thyroid.org/hyperthyroidism/
- Patient Information https://www.thyroid.org/thyroid-information/


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Listen to the podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2186156 

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*This show is for educational purposes only. The opinions expressed are our opinions alone, they are not a representation of any of our affiliations. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, you should seek medical attention and medical guidance from your healthcare provider. If you’re having a physical emergency you can call 911 and if you’re having a mental health emergency you can call 988.

This episode of Arthritis At Home focusses on the Part Two analysis of the ACE National Survey on Arthritis and Health Literacy. Join Kelly Lendvoy and Ms. Ellen Wang as they take a deeper look at the Survey responses of Black, Indigenous and people of Colour respondents and compare them to the responses of white respondents and the differences in how the two populations understand and use health information.

Additional learning resources

• Part 2 of ACE National Survey Report on Arthritis and Health Literacy
• Part 2 of ACE National Survey Infographic on Arthritis and Health Literacy
• Part 1 of ACE National Survey Report on Arthritis and Health Literacy
• Part 1 of ACE National Survey Infographic on Arthritis and Health Literacy

Welcome everyone to the Melanin Initiative!  “In healthcare, there is often too much information and not enough time. Here at The Melanin Initiative, we avoid TMI by breaking things down into language you can understand, we create a safe space to ask your questions, and share our nursing perspective without taking too much of your time."

In this episode, we're joined by Mary Billingsley, MBA who shares her military experience in the Marine Corps, health challenges during and after active duty, and help resources in the community.  By the end of the show, we hope you’ll have a better understanding of: 

• Some of the challenges people face during active duty service and then long-term impacts physically and mentally
• One person's experience navigating the military healthcare system
• Barriers to veterans seeking care 
• Health resources for active duty
• Health resources for veterans
• Ways you can support veterans

Connect with Mary Billingsley, MBA
Company:  Izma Concepts, LLC
Coaching & Consulting website:  https://www.izmaconcepts.com/
Facebook:    thatizmalife (Cookie the Scholar)
Instagram:   thatizmalife

Resources:
- Veteran Affairs (VA.gov Home | Veterans Affairs
- Disabled American Veteran https://www.dav.org/
- Women Marine Association https://www.womenmarines.org/
- Foundation for Women Warriors https://foundationforwomenwarriors.org/
- Wounded Warrior Project https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/
- Captive / POW / MIA Entitlements https://myarmybenefits.us.army.mil/Benefit-Library/Federal-Benefits/Captive-/-POW-/-MIA-Entitlements?serv=122
- Department of Defense Suicide Report 2023 https://www.dspo.mil/Portals/113/Documents/QSR/2023/TAB%20A_20230623_QSR%20Rpt_Q1%20CY23_vf.pdf?ver=r8d0Jqji8pORC05TwZ2sKQ%3d%3d

Veterans Crisis Line 
https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/

For Mental Health Emergencies:
-Call 988
-Visit: https://988lifeline.org/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=onebox

Griefshare Resource:
-https://www.holidays.griefshare.org/


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Disclaimer
*This show is for educational purposes only. The opinions expressed are our opinions alone, they are not a representation of any of our affiliations. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, you should seek medical attention and medical guidance from your healthcare provider. If you’re having a physical emergency you can call 911 and if you’re having a mental health emergency you can call 988.

Welcome everyone to the Melanin Initiative!  “In healthcare, there is often too much information and not enough time. Here at The Melanin Initiative, we avoid TMI by breaking things down into language you can understand, we create a safe space to ask your questions, and share our nursing perspective without taking too much of your time."

By the end of the show, we hope you’ll feel comfortable discussing:

1. Coping with feeling lonely during the holiday season
2. Navigating loss and grief
3. Learning how to set boundaries
4. Techniques to deviate from upsetting topics during family gatherings

Resources:

Book a Free 15 Minute Consultation with Kelsey here: Kelseywpllc.com

Accepting new clients in Jan 2024

Email: Therapy@kelseywpllc.com

Griefshare Resource:

https://www.holidays.griefshare.org/

For Mental Health Emergencies:

Call 988

Visit: https://988lifeline.org/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=onebox

Find a Therapist here:

Therapy Directories-

https://www.psychologytoday.com

https://www.inclusivetherapists.com

https://therapyforblackgirls.com

https://therapyforblackmen.org

https://mentalhealthmatch.com

Stay in touch!
Email: tmi.melanin@gmail.com  

Listen to the podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2186156 

Subscribe to our YouTube channel: The Melanin Initiative https://www.youtube.com/@themelanininitiative  

Follow us on Instagram: @tmi.melanin https://www.instagram.com/tmi.melanin/  

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Disclaimer
*This show is for educational purposes only. The opinions expressed are our opinions alone, they are not a representation of any of our affiliations. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, you should seek medical attention and medical guidance from your healthcare provider. If you’re having a physical emergency you can call 911 and if you’re having a mental health emergency you can call 988.

Welcome everyone to the Melanin Initiative!  “In healthcare, there is often too much information and not enough time. Here at The Melanin Initiative, we avoid TMI by breaking things down into language you can understand, we create a safe space to ask your questions, and share our nursing perspective without taking too much of your time."

By the end of the show, we hope you’ll understand:
- Primary care and its role is in the healthcare system
- The different types of primary care providers
- The difference between preventative care and chronic disease management
- How to choose a primary care provider (PCP) 


Resources:
- The American Academy of Family Physicians https://www.aafp.org/about/policies/all/primary-care.html
- The American Academy of Pediatrics https://www.aap.org/
- Specialists in Aging: Do You Need a Geriatrician? https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/specialists-in-aging-do-you-need-a-geriatrician
- American Dental Association https://www.ada.org/
- Seeing An Eye Doctor https://www.aao.org/eye-health/tips-prevention/what-is-ophthalmologist

- Complementary, Alternative, or Integrative Health https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/complementary-alternative-or-integrative-health-whats-in-a-name
- GW Center for Integrative Medicine https://gwcim.com/
- Nurse Practitioners vs Physician Assistants https://www.usa.edu/blog/np-vs-pa/ 
-Impact Of Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, And Physician Assistants On Utilization And Costs For Complex Patients https://www.healthaffairs.org/doi/10.1377/hlthaff.2019.00014


Stay in touch!
Email: tmi.melanin@gmail.com  

Listen to the podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2186156 

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Disclaimer
*This show is for educational purposes only. The opinions expressed are our opinions alone, they are not a representation of any of our affiliations. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, you should seek medical attention and medical guidance from your healthcare provider. If you’re having a physical emergency you can call 911 and if you’re having a mental health emergency you can call 988.