In this episode of Through the Genes, host Wunmi Bakare engages with guests Seonni and Vanesha from the Mind the Gap podcast to discuss the complexities of visible and invisible disabilities, personal health journeys, and the importance of advocacy within the South Asian community. The conversation explores their experiences with health diagnoses, the impact of caregiving, and the cultural stigma surrounding health issues, particularly sickle cell disease. The guests share insights on the need for greater awareness and education, emphasizing the power of storytelling and personal narratives in fostering understanding and support.
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disabilities, health, identity, podcast, advocacy, South Asian community, sickle cell disease, mental health, personal growth, caregiving
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