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The For Your Health News Podcast explores the issues shaping health and healthcare in communities across the United States. Through conversations with experts, advocates, researchers, policymakers, and community leaders, the podcast breaks down complex health topics, examines barriers to health access, and shares evidence-based insights and solutions that put people first.

Sep 10

Cancer Prevention & Care: Dr. Otis Brawley on HBCUs, Screening & Underserved Communities

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the For Your Health News Podcast, Dr. Otis Brawley, Bloomberg Distinguished Professor at Johns Hopkins University, discusses cancer prevention, screening, and care in underserved communities. Dr. Brawley reflects on his work with the CEO Roundtable on Cancer and Johns Hopkins University and shares insights from his work with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The conversation explores how we define the cancer problem, the importance of science-based screening and prevention, and why evidence should guide efforts to detect cancer earlier and improve outcomes. Dr. Brawley also discusses the state of cancer care in Baltimore and beyond, highlighting the importance of strengthening health access and ensuring communities can benefit from proven approaches to cancer prevention and care. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: • How Dr. Otis Brawley defines the broader cancer problem • What his work with HBCUs has revealed about cancer and communities • Why science-based screening and prevention are important • How evidence can guide cancer detection and prevention strategies • What cancer care looks like in Baltimore and other underserved communities • Why improving health access is important to cancer prevention and care Learn more about the CEO Roundtable on Cancer: ceoroundtableoncancer.org Learn more about NMQF’s Cancer Stage Shifting Initiative: shiftcancer.org Learn more about the National Minority Quality Forum: nmqf.org Read more health news: fyh.news
Sep 10

Early Cancer Detection: Dr. Tom Beer on Screening Innovation & Health Access

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the For Your Health News Podcast, Dr. Tom Beer, Chief Medical Officer of Multi-Cancer Early Detection at Exact Sciences, discusses advances in cancer screening and why detecting cancer earlier can make an important difference for patients. Dr. Beer shares insights into the mission of Exact Sciences and discusses innovations that have helped change the landscape of cancer screening, including the Cologuard screening test. The conversation explores why early detection matters, the screening tests currently available, and the importance of ensuring that new cancer detection technologies are accessible to communities across the country. The episode highlights how continued innovation in screening can support earlier diagnosis and expand opportunities for patients to benefit from advances in cancer care. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: • How Exact Sciences approaches cancer screening and early detection • What the Cologuard screening test is • Why detecting cancer earlier is important • What existing cancer screening options can offer patients • How innovation is changing the cancer screening landscape • Why expanding health access to early-detection technologies matters Learn more about Exact Sciences: exactsciences.com Learn more about NMQF’s Cancer Stage Shifting Initiative: shiftcancer.org Learn more about the National Minority Quality Forum: nmqf.org Read more health news: fyh.news
Sep 10

Clinical Research Diversity: Jocelyn Ulrich on Access, Representation & Community Engagement

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the For Your Health News Podcast, Jocelyn Ulrich, VP of Innovation Policy and Research at PhRMA, discusses the importance of diversity and representation in clinical research. Ulrich shares perspectives on socioeconomic factors that can affect healthcare and discusses efforts to improve access to medicines and strengthen representation of underserved populations in research. The conversation also explores grant programs, clinical trial diversity, and community engagement, including why connecting directly with communities is important when working to improve participation and representation in clinical research. Ulrich also discusses an upcoming community report and PhRMA’s broader work around innovation, research, and access. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: • How socioeconomic factors can affect healthcare access • Why diversity in clinical research matters • How grant programs can support community-focused efforts • Why representation is important in clinical trials • How community engagement can strengthen research participation • How organizations can work toward better access to medicines and medical innovation Learn more about PhRMA: phrma.org Learn more about the National Minority Quality Forum: nmqf.org Read more health news: fyh.news
Sep 10

Social Determinants of Health: Dr. Kashyap Patel on Cancer Care, NOLA & Clinical Trial Diversity

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the For Your Health News Podcast, Dr. Kashyap Patel, CEO of Carolina Blood and Cancer Care Associates and founder of No One Left Alone (NOLA), discusses disparities in cancer care and the factors that can shape a patient’s ability to access treatment and support. Dr. Patel explains the role of social determinants of health in cancer care and shares the motivation behind creating the NOLA program. The conversation also explores the broader ecosystem of cancer care, including the challenges patients may face beyond their medical diagnosis and the importance of connecting people with resources and support. Dr. Patel also discusses clinical trial diversity and why broader representation in research is important for improving cancer care and health access. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: • Why Dr. Kashyap Patel created No One Left Alone • How social determinants of health can affect cancer care • What the broader cancer care ecosystem looks like • Why patients may need support beyond medical treatment • Why diversity in clinical trials matters • How community resources can help improve health access Learn more about No One Left Alone: nooneleftalone.org Learn more about the National Minority Quality Forum: nmqf.org Read more health news: fyh.news
Sep 10

Black Maternal Health- Dr. Mary-Ann Etiebet on Access, Listening & the Hear Her Campaign

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the For Your Health News Podcast, Dr. Mary-Ann Etiebet, AVP of Health Equity at Merck at the time of the conversation, discusses disparities in healthcare and efforts to improve access and outcomes for communities facing barriers to care. The conversation focuses on Black maternal health and the importance of ensuring that patients receive equitable access to healthcare, information, and support. Dr. Etiebet discusses efforts to address disparities in maternal health, including the Hear Her Campaign, and explains why listening closely to patients is an essential part of improving maternal health experiences and outcomes. The episode highlights the importance of patient voices, access to care, and community-focused initiatives in addressing disparities affecting Black mothers and families. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: • Why equitable access to healthcare matters • What disparities affect Black maternal health • How initiatives can help address gaps in maternal healthcare • What the Hear Her Campaign focuses on • Why listening to patients is essential to improving care • How healthcare organizations can support better health access and outcomes Learn more about Merck and its work in health and science: merck.com Learn more about the National Minority Quality Forum: nmqf.org Read more health news: fyh.news Learn more about NMQF’s Cancer Stage Shifting Initiative: shiftcancer.org
Sep 10

How Do We Address Data Inequity? Courtney Lang on Data Equity & Representation

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the For Your Health News Podcast, Courtney Lang, JD, Founder and Principal of Langco + Partners, discusses data equity and why more representative data is essential to understanding and addressing gaps across the healthcare system. Courtney explores some of the causes of data inequity and discusses collaborative efforts to improve representation in data collection across government and the private sector. The conversation also highlights the Data Equity Coalition, a collaborative effort focused on strengthening data standards and ensuring that communities are more accurately represented in health data. The Coalition works to advance standards related to race, ethnicity, language, sexual orientation, and gender identity in support of better health outcomes. Courtney also discusses the importance of identification within data, collective advocacy, and the resources available to support a broader movement toward more representative health information and improved health access. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: • What data equity means and why it matters • Some of the factors that contribute to data inequity • Why representation in health data is important • What the Data Equity Coalition is working to accomplish • How collaboration across government and the private sector can improve data practices • Why better identification and data standards can support better health outcomes • Where advocates can find resources related to the data equity movement Learn more about the Data Equity Coalition: dataequitycoalition.com Learn more about the National Minority Quality Forum: nmqf.org Read more health news: fyh.news
Sep 10

How Do We Address Environmental Injustice? Letitia Plummer on Houston’s Fifth Ward

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the For Your Health News Podcast, Letitia Plummer, who was serving as Houston City Council Member At-Large Position 4 at the time of the interview, discusses environmental issues and quality-of-life concerns affecting Houston’s Fifth Ward. The conversation examines concerns facing residents in the Fifth Ward and the initiatives being pursued to support the community. Plummer discusses environmental injustice, community needs, and the importance of addressing conditions that can affect residents’ quality of life. She also reflects on her journey in public office and her experience working on issues affecting communities across Houston. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: • About quality-of-life concerns affecting Houston’s Fifth Ward • What initiatives have been pursued to support the community • How environmental issues can affect communities and residents • Why community engagement matters when addressing local concerns • About Letitia Plummer’s journey in public office Learn more about the National Minority Quality Forum: nmqf.org Read more health news: fyh.news
Sep 10

Breast Cancer Awareness: Lyndsay Levingston on SurviveHER, Genetic Testing & Community Action

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the For Your Health News Podcast, Lyndsay Levingston, founder of SurviveHER, discusses breast cancer awareness, genetic testing, and the importance of community education. Lyndsay shares how SurviveHER works to inform and empower women around breast health and explains the role of TreatHER, a community initiative focused on educating women about breast cancer and their individual risks. The conversation also explores why understanding genetic risk can be an important part of breast cancer awareness and how community-based initiatives can help connect women with trusted information and resources. Lyndsay discusses ways people can get involved and support efforts to increase breast cancer awareness in their own communities. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: • What SurviveHER is and how it supports breast cancer awareness • Why genetic testing can be an important part of understanding breast cancer risk • What the TreatHER community initiative aims to accomplish • Why community education matters in breast health • How individuals can get involved in breast cancer awareness efforts Learn more about the National Minority Quality Forum: nmqf.org Read more health news: fyh.news

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National Minority Quality Forum
Years Active

2026
Episodes

29
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Explicit
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For Your Health News Podcast

For Your Health News Podcast

Episodes

Cancer Prevention & Care: Dr. Otis Brawley on HBCUs, Screening & Underserved Communities

Early Cancer Detection: Dr. Tom Beer on Screening Innovation & Health Access

Clinical Research Diversity: Jocelyn Ulrich on Access, Representation & Community Engagement

Social Determinants of Health: Dr. Kashyap Patel on Cancer Care, NOLA & Clinical Trial Diversity

Black Maternal Health- Dr. Mary-Ann Etiebet on Access, Listening & the Hear Her Campaign

How Do We Address Data Inequity? Courtney Lang on Data Equity & Representation

How Do We Address Environmental Injustice? Letitia Plummer on Houston’s Fifth Ward

Breast Cancer Awareness: Lyndsay Levingston on SurviveHER, Genetic Testing & Community Action

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