What I would respectfully say to the US Surgeon General, Dr. Jerome Adams.

Not a condemnation, rather a call to action.

With all the craziness, fear, and general angst during the Covid pandemic - I wonder is there a better place, a better city, a better country that I can go to? Reflections on “a better place”..

It been rumored that blacks are immune to the Coronavirus, however the when scrutinized just the opposite is seen. Yet another health disparity? Why relatively few racial breakdown of those affected. Do our chronic conditions explain the disparities or is there more? When we are allocating resources and deciding who lives will race matter? A thought provoking articles from ProPublica

Pandemics, illness, stay-at-home mandates, lay-offs, short on money, kids home 24/7. I’m overstressing, over eatting, over indulging.. What other options are there? Consider the “inner smile” to help rid anxiety.Mental alchemy to turn negative into positives thoughts,

I want birth control.

Will my baby be affected by this virus? Should I keep my prenatal appointments? I’m laid off - do I risk harm to me and my baby, to get money? Truly a vulnerable group.. what can be done? Contact Dr. Rahman with your thoughts and suggestions- [email protected] and/or via this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bwh/message

When things look bleak- a positive attitude can make the difference

What has history shown us? As we face another health crisis.. let’s remember our strength. Let’s rise.

Beatrice Dixon made a statement. Some thought it was racist. Most didn’t and her sales doubled. Her company produces plant based feminine care products.. an example of black women rising. Hear her story..