Yo, not to get all heavy on you, but this podcast was born out of my personal experience as a "Black man with cancer." I've learned a lot... sooo peep this.
When it comes to most types of cancer, Black people have the highest death rate and shortest survival of any ethnic group in the United States. I got wind of this fact AFTER being diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma in 2017, a treatable but incurable blood cancer that impacts Black Americans 2:1 vs their White counterparts.
So, what's shaking and taking our lives in such disproportionate numbers?
Yeah, healthcare disparities like lack of access and insurance, historical injustices, and implicit bias are hurting us.... but we also suffer from limited health literacy -- and that's something we can change through conversation... Starting now!
Welcome to the premiere episode of Hip Hope Hooray – Black Men Talking About Health. In this genuine and unscripted conversation, we've brought together five Black men to share their journeys, struggles, and triumphs when it comes to their health.
From personal challenges to navigating the healthcare system, these brothas hold nothing back as they open up about obstacles they’ve faced on their wellness journey. It's a straight convo that's as relatable as it is empowering. Tune in for this groundbreaking podcast series and find out about what it really means to prioritize health in the Black community.
Let's get real, let's get inspired, and let's get healthy together. 🎙️💪🏾
GUEST LIST: Charles Duncan (Type II Diabetes) Randy Haskins (Borderline Hypertension) Antonio Goicuria III (Benign Myoclonic Epileptic Disorder) Eric Mosley (Hypertension) With your Host Oya Gilbert (Multiple Myeloma)
LINKS
Health, Hope & Hip-Hop Foundation
https://www.healthhopehiphop.org
Multiple Myeloma’s Sneak Attack on The Black Community And How To Fight Back by Carri Helman
https://heragenda.com/p/multiple-myeloma-awareness-facts-affect-on-black-women/
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