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Dr. Sebastian Garcia-Saiso, Director Evidence and Intelligence for Action in Health at PAHO/WHO, joins the For Your Health News podcast to discuss emerging technologies in health care. Dr. Garcia-Saiso discusses artificial intelligence, telehealth, and other technologies that have recently gained popularity in our health care systems. Join us for this conversation on innovation and the changing healthcare landscape.

Learn more about PAHO/WHO and its work in the Americas to improve and protect people's health at paho.org. Visit fyh.news for more healthcare information that empowers minoritized communities. Learn more about NMQF at nmqf.org

00:00 Introductions 01:00 The Role of PAHO 03:00 Technology & Health 06:10 TeleHealth 08:01 AI: Benefits & Considerations

Jocelyn Ulrich, VP of Innovation Policy and Research at PhRMA, joins the For Your Health News podcast to discuss the importance of diversity in clinical research. Ulrich discusses PhRMa's work to improve health equity and equitable access to medicines, as well as its efforts to represent minoritized populations within its research. Join us for this conversation on clinical research diversity.

Learn more about PhRMA and its efforts to drive patient-centered progress in innovation and access to life saving medicines at phrma.org. Visit fyh.news for more healthcare information that empowers minoritized communities. Learn more about NMQF at nmqf.org.

00:00 Introductions 00:30 Socioeconomic Factors & Health Care 00:50 Grant Programs 01:45 Clinical Trial Diversity 03:29 Engaging with the Community 04:45 Upcoming Community Report

Dr. Tom Beer, Chief Medical Officer of Multi-Cancer Early Detection at Exact Sciences, joins the For Your Health News podcast to discuss the latest technologies in cancer screening.

Dr. Beer describes his work with Exact Sciences and the different innovations that have changed the landscape of cancer screening in favor of early detection.

Join us for this conversation on the importance of making these early detection technologies available to all communities.

Learn more about Exact Sciences and its efforts to transform cancer care - before, during, and after diagnosis - by visiting exactsciences.com.

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Learn more about NMQF's Cancer Stage Shifting Initiative at shiftcancer.org.

Darrol Roberts, CEO of Hessian Labs, joins the For Your Health News podcast to discuss his journey into diagnostic technologies. Roberts shares his personal health challenges, the financial burden of cancer, and what diagnostic tools are most beneficial to patients. Join us for this conversation on the role that diagnostics plays in cancer care for all communities.

Learn more about Hessian Labs and their work to improve the patient experience at each stage of their illness with accurate, non-invasive diagnostic and therapy monitoring tools: https://www.hessian-labs.com/Visit fyh.news for more health care information that empowers minoritized communities. Learn more about NMQF's Cancer Stage Shifting Initiative (CSSI): shiftcancer.org

00:00 Introductions 00:25 Why Focus on Diagnostics? 02:55 The Financial Burden of Cancer 04:13 The Challenges of Cancer Therapies 06:52 Molecular Diagnostics

Dr. Otis Brawley, Bloomberg Distinguished Professor at Johns Hopkins University, joins the For Your Health News podcast to discuss his role in the fight for health care equity with the CEO Roundtable on Cancer and Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Brawley shares some findings from his work with HBCU's, highlights the importance of science-based detection and prevention methods, and assesses the state of cancer care in his home city of Baltimore and beyond. Join us for this conversation with an influential voice in the fight for health care equity.

Learn more about the CEO Roundtable on Cancer and their efforts to eliminate cancer as a public health crisis: https://www.ceoroundtableoncancer.org/ Visit fyh.news for more health care information that empowers minoritized communities. Learn more about NMQF's Cancer Stage Shifting Initiative (CSSI): shiftcancer.org

00:00 Introductions 00:30 Defining the Cancer Problem 01:28 Working with HBCU's 02:04 Science-based Screening & Prevention 03:35 Cancer Care in Baltimore

Dr. Gary A. Puckrein, CEO and President of National Minority Quality Forum joins the For Your Health News podcast to discuss the current state of cancer care for underserved communities as well as the importance of making new technologies available to everyone. Dr. Puckrein highlights January's Cancer Care Equity Summit for bringing together stakeholders from across the oncology community. Attendees of the summit included policy makers, oncologists, AI specialists, patient advocates and more — united by a common goal: addressing health disparities in minoritized communities. Join us for this insightful conversation that explores the power of collaboration and the transformative influence of Dr. Gary Puckrein's leadership in the fight for health equity.

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00:00 Introductions 00:32 The Current State of Cancer Care 04:04 New Early Detection Technologies 07:34 Report: Cancer Moonshot, Public Policy, and Medically Underserved Cancer Care Communities

10:54 The Value of Public and Private Partnerships 12:54 How to Keep the Momentum Going 16:31 The History of American Disparities 18:04 A Look into the Future

In an effort to address high prescription drug costs, states across the country have established or are considering prescription drug affordability boards (PDABs) to review drug prices and propose setting upper payment limits (UPLs) for certain drugs that are deemed too expensive. PDABs and the price setting policies that accompany them jeopardize patient access to medicines for vulnerable and traditionally underserved populations. Tune in to the NMQF webinar to learn more about how PDABs impact patient access, care delivery, research, and health equity – and how you can get engaged in discussions about these policies. Moderator Gretchen C. Wartman Vice President for Policy and Program Director, Institute for Equity in Health Policy and Practice National Minority Quality Forum Gretchen Clark Wartman is Vice President for Policy and Program of the National Minority Quality Forum (NMQF), and Director of the NMQF Institute for Equity in Health Policy and Practice. Ms. Wartman also directs the NMQF National Alliance for Brain Health and Awareness. Prior to her tenure with NMQF, Ms. Wartman held positions with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, including serving as the Title V/Maternal and Child Health Director, and Director of the Division of Nutritional Health and Services. Ms. Wartman is a Peer Reviewer for the Journal of Healthcare, Science and The Humanities. Panelists Jen Laws President and CEO Community Access National Network (CANN) Jen Laws (Pronouns: He/Him/His) is the President & Founder of Policy Candy, LLC, which is a non-partisan health policy analysis firm specializing in various aspects of health care and public health policy, focusing on the needs of the HIV-affected and Transgender communities. In that capacity, Jen has served as the President & CEO of the Community Access National Network (CANN), beginning in January 2022. He previously served as the Project Director of CANN's HIV/HCV Co-Infection Watch, as well as 340B Policy Consultant. Melissa Mitchell Executive Director Global Coalition on Aging (GCOA) Melissa Gong Mitchell is Executive Director of the Global Coalition on Aging, the leading business voice on aging policy and strategy, aimed at reshaping how global leaders approach and prepare for the 21st century’s profound shift in population aging. Melissa is responsible for the operations and management of the Coalition, internal and external communication strategies, and member and stakeholder outreach and development, including fostering relationships and aligning partners across various sectors. Desmond Banks, PhD, MPH Public Policy Research Institute (PPRI) fellow National Black Caucus of State Legislators (NBCSL) Desmond Banks, PhD, MPH is the inaugural Public Policy Research Institute (PPRI) fellow at NBCSL. Dr. Banks has worked as a social epidemiologist within CDC’s Office of Health Equity, where he examined how social determinants of health and structural racism contribute to health disparities. Dr. Banks served on CDC’s Chief Health Equity Officer (CHEO) COVID-19 response team, where he informed practices designed to promote equitable access to COVID-19 vaccinations and therapeutics for racial and ethnic minorities. Dr. Banks also informed evaluation efforts to assess the impact that CDC funding had on promoting equitable access nationwide, particularly among lower-income persons, Medicaid participants and rural residents. Dr. Banks holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Columbia University in psychology, a Master of Public Health from the City University of New York (CUNY) Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy, and a Doctor of Philosophy degree in health policy and management from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.

National Minority Quality Forum, in collaboration with the Alliance for Cancer Care Equity, invites you to hear from three experts in cancer patient navigation who will discuss what the new cancer patient navigation billing options mean for equity and community health partnerships. The Alliance for Cancer Care Equity is a partnership between the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, National Comprehensive Cancer Network®, and National Minority Quality Forum. Join us we discuss new payment through CMS; patient navigation across communities; collaboration between healthcare systems and community-based organizations; and more. Moderator Shonta Chambers, MSW Executive Vice President, Health Equity and Community Engagement Patient Advocate Foundation Shonta transitioned back to the non-profit sector in 2014 by joining PAF. She leads the development and execution of strategic initiatives to expand PAF's approach to achieve health equity through community and national level partnership engagement and mobilization. These initiatives are designed to link limited income communities to resources to abate financial, logistical and social access to care barriers. She brings to this role nearly 20 years of non-profit and public sector middle and senior level experience that spans public health, women's health and behavioral health. Panelists Bonny Morris, PhD, MSPH, RN Senior Director, Patient Navigation American Cancer Society Dr. Bonny Morris is leading the development and implementation of ACS CARES, the first national cancer navigation support program; ACS LION, a new nonclinical navigation credentialing program; and the enterprise strategy for patient navigation at the American Cancer Society. Darcie Green Executive Director Latinas Contra Cancer Darcie Green is the Executive Director of Latinas Contra Cancer and brings with her 20 years of community activism and public policy experience. Latinas Contra Cancer works to ensure just and equitable access to health and healthcare for the Latino community around issues of cancer. While working for a nonprofit health insurance and hospital system, Darcie led local efforts on health policy, often bringing together unlikely allies and resources to support improved health outcomes for uninsured or underinsured populations. Elizabeth F. Franklin, PhD, MSW Head, US Public Affairs and Patient Advocacy Oncology at Sanofi Dr. Elizabeth Franklin is an advocate for people impacted by cancer and is passionate about ensuring that patient voices are the north star in health care decision and policy making. She grew up in Kentucky where cancer, cancer mortality, and poverty rates routinely rank among the highest in the country, and as a result was drawn to social work and health equity by witnessing people being left behind and systems that resulted in inequitable care. These values have driven Dr. Franklin throughout her career in patient advocacy.

Community-based organizations such as free and charitable clinics and advocacy groups serve a critical role in promoting health equity at the ground level. The webinar will be led by two such community leaders: a free and charitable clinic in Greenville, SC - Greenville Free Medical Clinic - and Michigan United. They will talk about how working at the grassroots level can make a major difference in health equity outcomes, including vaccinations. Join us in a conversation about how we can realize Dr. King's vision in each community. Moderator Laura Lee Hall, Ph.D. President Emeritus, Center for Sustainable Health Care Quality and Equity National Minority Quality Forum Dr. Laura Lee Hall brings 20 years plus of executive experience leading health advocacy, research, education, and quality improvement efforts. Dr. Hall founded the Center for Sustainable Health Care Quality and Equity (SHC) in 2016 as part of the National Minority Quality Forum to help translate data, geomaps, and educational efforts into improved health in underserved communities, through provider and community education and practice improvement. SHC has launched national initiatives in flu and COVID vaccination, diabetes, heart failure, and cancer screenings, working with FQHCs, other clinics, pharmacists, churches, and other community leaders. The work has led to freely available toolkits for clinicians and communications, including DRIVE QI modules (SHCDrive.org) and the health champions program (see: http://ai-healthnet.com/health-champi.... Prior to joining SHC, Dr. Hall founded and lead the Center for Quality and Office of Grants at the American College of Physicians (ACP), creating a network of more than 2000 primary care physicians in 19 states engaged in quality improvement (QI) activities along with the largest federally qualified registry for Medicare reporting. Panelists Suzie Foley Executive Director Greenville Free Medical Clinic Suzie Foley is a resident of Greenville, South Carolina and has been for 25 years. She became the Executive Director of the Greenville Free Medical Clinic in September of 1999 and has worked in the United Way system for 10 years. Prior to this, Suzie spent 8 years as an Executive Director in El Dorado, Arkansas, and 2 years in the Community Fund and Community Outreach departments at United Way of Greenville County. She gained recognition in 1995 as 1 of 2 national recipients for the United Way of America Small City Executives Award, in 1997 as ‘Arkansas Business’ Nonprofit Executive of the Year finalist, and in 2007 as one of TALK Magazine’s ’25 Most Beautiful Women’. Suzie graduated Magna cum laude with a BA degree in Radio/TV/Film Management from Northeast Louisiana University with a Minor in Journalism. She holds Membership and volunteer service with the South Carolina Healthy Outcomes Program ‘Vision Council’, Access Health Greenville County Advisory Board and with the Blue Ridge Institute of Community Service Executives (1995-present). She alsois a part of the Leadership Greenville Class 34, National Association of Free Clinics board member (2009-2017), South Carolina Free Clinic Association Chair (2009-2010 and 2022-2024), Riley Institute Diversity Leadership Initiative Class XVI, and the Junior League of Greenville Sustaining Member. Dr. Latressa Gordon DNP, RN Director of Public Health Nursing Navigator Program Dr. Latressa Gordon is a highly respected healthcare professional with a passion for nursing and patient care. With a Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) and a background as a Registered Nurse (RN), she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the field. Dr. Gordon's commitment to excellence in healthcare is evident in her contributions to patient care, research publications, and her active involvement in healthcare organizations. She continues to be a driving force in advancing the nursing profession and making a positive impact on the lives of patients and their families.

This webinar is part of a hybrid vaccine equity summit happening at the same time in Indiana. It is a free opportunity to delve into flu and vaccine equity and learn strategies for effective community outreach and engagement. Participants will have the opportunity for CE credit and leave as recognized Community Pharmacists Ambassadors. Moderator Laura Lee Hall, Ph.D. President, Center for Sustainable Health Care Quality and Equity National Minority Quality Forum Dr. Laura Lee Hall brings 20 years plus of executive experience leading health advocacy, research, education, and quality improvement efforts. Dr. Hall founded the Center for Sustainable Health Care Quality and Equity (SHC) in 2016 as part of the National Minority Quality Forum to help translate data, geomaps, and educational efforts into improved health in underserved communities, through provider and community education and practice improvement. SHC has launched national initiatives in flu and COVID vaccination, diabetes, heart failure, and cancer screenings, working with FQHCs, other clinics, pharmacists, churches, and other community leaders. The work has led to freely available toolkits for clinicians and communications, including DRIVE QI modules (SHCDrive.org) and the health champions program (see: http://ai-healthnet.com/health-champi.... Panelists Donney John, PharmD Executive Director NOVA ScriptsCentral Dr. John is the Executive Director of NOVA ScriptsCentral an award winning non-profit charitable pharmacy that provides life saving medication and education to uninsured patients in the Northern Virginia area. He is a practicing pharmacist, patient advocate, healthcare consultant and entrepreneur. Dr. John has also worked in academia serving as an Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences where he developed innovative ambulatory care practice sites within federally qualified community health centers. He has worked to train healthcare professionals in the areas of health literacy and cultural competency in order to address health dispartities. In 2017, he was named as one of the 40 under 40 Thought Leaders in Health by the National Minority Quality Forum. Dr. John currently serves as the Chair of the National Minority Quality Forum Advisory Board. Dr. John holds a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from St. John’s University in Queens, New York and has completed a pharmacy residency with Massachusetts College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences. Julie Caldwell, RPh, BS Pharm Manager, Immunization Services Walgreens Julie Caldwell is currently a Manager of Immunization Services at Walgreens. She graduated from the University of Texas at Austin, and bleeds orange! Hook 'em Horns! She has been working as a pharmacist for nearly 30 years and is proud of her ability to grow and learn across various roles which have come her way over that span, both within Walgreens and within the Healthcare industry as a whole. Prior to her current role, Julie held board positions with AIDSWalk South Dallas advocating for underserved patients living with HIV/AIDS, and on the Local AIDS Pharmaceutical Assistance board which works to ensure patients can receive needed medications when other programs are insufficient.

Crystal Hollins, PT, DPT New Hope Missionary Baptist Church Health Ministry Crystal Hollins PT, DPT graduate of the University of Findlay, with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. In her nearly 20 years of practice, she has worked in various orthopedic physical therapy settings including sports medicine, other physical therapy settings, pediatrics, geriatrics, and work injury management. Crystal places a lot of time and effort into philanthropy and is a member of New Hope Missionary Baptist Church (NHMBC) led by Dr. Hosie Hopkins where she serves as the Health and Wellness Team Leader.