MEDICINE AS A SECOND LANGUAGE

Medicine as a Second Language
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Podcast description: Nearly 30% of men and 17% of women in the US don’t have a primary care provider. Looking more closely at those underserved groups, the statistics are even more staggering. MEDICINE AS A SECOND LANGUAGE features Black American and Haitian American physician assistants, Lavette Shirley Elee and Guerlande Louis. They discuss topics such as obesity, preventative medicine, and issues that plague communities that are underserved. While this podcast does not constitute medical advice, we hope to bridge the gap between those who are underserved and the medical community.

Episodes

  1. 07/20/2023

    Beyond Breast Cancer: A Survivors Journey

    In this podcast, PAs, Guerlande and Lavette speak with cancer survivor and Tigerlilly angel advocate Shardell Artis. Shardell was diagnosed with breast cancer on September 2, 2020, during the height of covid. Listen to this podcast, where she speaks about her family history of breast cancer, her journey with breast cancer, what she is doing now, and her plans for the future. https://www.tigerlilyfoundation.org/ For women who are at average risk, begin screening at 40 years of age. If you are unsure of your level of risk, consult your medical provider for your screening intervals. For more information on breast cancer: https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/breast-cancer.html By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use it as medical advice to treat any medical condition in yourself or others, including but not limited to the patients you are treating. Consult your provider for any medical issues that you may be having. Additionally, the views reflected here are not necessarily those of Wingate University or any healthcare facility.

  2. 04/01/2023

    Let's Talk About Heart Baby

    According to the CDC, heart disease is the leading cause of death across racial and ethnic groups in the US. In this episode, we discuss the risk factors of developing heart disease, health disparities, education on prevention, and solutions to slow the progression of heart disease. Please check out the link below for additional information: Heart healthy foods NIH link: https://healthyeating.nhlbi.nih.gov/(X(1)S(zgscqwftsrhqhh55vsj0u03u))/default.aspx Addiction assistance: SAMHSA National Helpline (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) Confidential free help from public health agencies to find substance use treatment and information. 1-800-662-4357 By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use it as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients you are treating. Consult your own provider for any medical issues that you may be having.  Additionally, the views reflected here are not necessarily those reflected by Wingate University or any healthcare facility.

  3. 12/31/2022

    Who We Are

    In this episode, PAs Guerlande Louis and Lavette Shirley Elee introduce themselves, discuss the purpose of this podcast, and highlight the PA profession.   Music by: Michael Stover (Big Stove) sales@chefcreationz.com By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use it as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own provider for any medical issues that you may be having.  Additionally, the views reflected here are not necessarily the views reflected by Wingate University or any healthcare facility.

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Podcast description: Nearly 30% of men and 17% of women in the US don’t have a primary care provider. Looking more closely at those underserved groups, the statistics are even more staggering. MEDICINE AS A SECOND LANGUAGE features Black American and Haitian American physician assistants, Lavette Shirley Elee and Guerlande Louis. They discuss topics such as obesity, preventative medicine, and issues that plague communities that are underserved. While this podcast does not constitute medical advice, we hope to bridge the gap between those who are underserved and the medical community.

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  • Creator
    Medicine as a Second Language
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2023
  • Episodes
    3
  • Rating
    Clean
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