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Imperative Radio
by Archive
The Black Women’s Health Imperative (Imperative) is the place where Black women’s health matters!
For more than 25, the Imperative has been a leader in promoting optimum health for Black women across the life span – physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. Its vision is to develop information, resources and programs that help Black women become informed stewards of their own health and well-bring. Through advocacy, education and leadership development, the Imperative has touched the lives of more than 4.5 million of nation’s 19.5 million Black and girls.
Now, this dynamic organization is touching the lives of millions more with Imperative Radio!
Imperative Radio is the #1 source of health information for Black women. It’s where Black women can get the facts, talk to experts and receive the answers they need.
On the first Wednesday of each month, tune in to First Wednesday: Conversation with Byllye and Ngina. With power, passion and high spirit, Imperative Founder Byllye Y. Avery, along with Ngina Lythcott, host an interactive and informative radio show that will explore love, relationships, sexuality and the spirit.
On the third Wednesday of each month, tune in to The Black Women’s Health Report with Eleanor Hinton Hoytt. Hinton Hoytt, president and CEO of the Imperative, is a passionate health advocate with more than 25 years of experience examining health and social justice issues that affect the health outcomes of Black women and girls. With a vast understanding of the health needs of Black women, Hinton Hoytt hosts a radio show dedicated to exploring the latest health issues, news and trends important to Black women.
Imperative Radio is being described as a “gift to Black women” who desire empowerment and knowledge!
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Episodes
Affordable Care Act
39m · Published3 Years Later – Let’s Discuss How Your State Health Insuranc
45m · PublishedWhy Should Black Women Care about Medicaid and Its Expansion
36m · Published11 a.m. EST.
on Black Women's Health Report with Eleanor Hinton Hoytt
Medicaid is major provider of health coverage for uninsured Black families and a lifeline for those who have serious, acute health care needs. It provides access to basic health care services for women - pap smears, family planning, maternal care; long term care and benefits for low-income seniors and those who are disabled; and comprehensive benefits for children.
Medicaid for Black families is Imperative!
Join the Imperative on Wednesday, January 30, at 11 a.m. EST, as we discuss with board member and NHELP Attorney Debbie Reid and Writer Nadra Kareem Nittle how Medicaid and its expansion impacts Black familes and what you can do to help engage your state and federal leaders in supporting Medicaid expansion.
Call in with your comments and questions at 646-381-4662 during the live broadcast or email them to prior to the show or during at [email protected].
Why ARE We So Fat?
36m · PublishedAlice Randall and Dr. Sharon Ottey will join Byllye and Ngina to discuss why so many of us are overweight and obese on Wednesday, June 6, 2012, at 2 p.m. EST on BlogTalkRadio.
Do you believe Black women are fat simply because of poor eating habits, lack of exercise or admiration from our men? Or, do you believe that there are others reasons why we are overweight or obese?
We’re heard from the experts - who blame it on a lack of self-esteem and poor body image - in addition to overeating and under-exercising. Now, it’s time to hear from you.
Read Alice Randall's piece and join our conversation. Call us at 646-381-4662 or email us prior to the show at [email protected] and give us your perspective.
It's your time to voice your opinion on a controversial subject that continues to loom over us!
Click here to listen live.
The Black Maternal Health Crisis
41m · PublishedWhy is Pregnancy so Dangerous for Black Women?
Special Guests:
Franklyn Geary Jr., MD, FACOG
Director of the Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine
Morehouse School of Medicine
Nan Strauss
Director of Maternal Health Research and Policy
Amnesty International USA
Featuring:
Taped Statement from Shafia Monroe, CM
Founder and President
International Center for Traditional Childbearing
Something must be done to correct this silent crisis facing our nation's Black mothers and infants. The Black Women's Health Imperative is committed to raising long overdue questions as to why pregnancy is so dangerous for Black women.
Join the conversation about the factors that contribute to poor health outcomes, such as exceedingly high rates of c-sections, preterm births and a lack of breastfeeding among Black women.
Call us at 646-381-4662 to ask your questions during our live broadcast or email them to us prior to the show at [email protected].
Imperative Radio has 5 episodes in total of non- explicit content. Total playtime is 3:18:47. The language of the podcast is English. This podcast has been added on November 27th 2022. It might contain more episodes than the ones shown here. It was last updated on September 19th, 2023 02:12.
