Debra Peek-Haynes gives us much to think about regarding why some of us consistently eat so poorly. She gives us 10 things that we must do now to move our personal health in the right direction.Debra Peek-Haynes is an entrepreneur, health and wellness advocate, host of the podcast “Debra’s Healing Kitchen”, author, “The Beginners’ Guide to Healthy Living” and “The Simplified Guide to Healthy Living”. She is the president of DHK Wellness Strategies, Inc. a non-profit organization committed to the addressing health disparities in the African American and Hispanic communities. Debra became interested in holistic and nutritional healing when she and her husband had difficulty conceiving a child. More than twenty-five years ago, she was introduced to a holistic physician who exposed her to a new mindset for a healthier lifestyle. She spent countless hours learning from holistic practitioners, reading books and creating healthy recipes. After transforming to a healthy lifestyle, Debra was able to conceive and birthed a beautiful daughter.

Having been a guest speaker at age 6 for the Harlem Week of Prayer for the Healing of AIDS in the early years of this national movement, Hydeia discusses her extraordinary life, so far, living with AIDS. Now 36, Hydeia has much to say to teens and young adults living with HIV and AIDS.Hydeia Broadbent is an long-long AIDS Activist. She was born in 1984 with HIV. Hydeia Broadbent began her debut as an HIV/AIDS activist and public speaker at six years old. By 12 years old, Hydeia appeared on many national television programs including Oprah, 20/20, Good Morning America, “A Conversation with Magic Johnson” on Nickelodeon. She has been featured in prominent publications to include; New York Times, People, Essence, Ebony, Health Quest, POZ, National Geographic, and Real Health. Hydeia also co-graced the cover of TV Guide.

This week, Dr. P will be joined by Joanna Pearson, a Patient Education Liaison (PEL) from Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, to discuss a rare, genetic condition that disproportionately affects African Americans. Known as hereditary ATTR amyloidosis, or hATTR amyloidosis, the disease is more common for people of certain ethnicities, including those of African (West African: Ghana, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, and Sierra Leone) and Afro-Caribbean descent.For more information about hATTR amyloidosis, and to request to speak with an Alnylam PEL who can answer questions you may have about hATTR amyloidosis, please visit www.hATTRbridge.com.Content sponsored and provided by Alnylam Pharmaceuticals.ABOUT OUR GUEST: JOANNA PEARSON, RN, BSN, CPRHJoanna Pearson is a Patient Education Liaison at Alnylam Pharmaceuticals. In her role, she is responsible for educating individuals and their families about hereditary transthyretin (hATTR) amyloidosis – a rare, life-threatening condition. Joanna received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Ohio University and has worked in patient education at all levels of her career.

This week, Dr. P honors the legacy, genius and contributions of Toni Morrison and Maya Angelou. The Balm In Gilead owns all rights to the presentations of within this broadcast.

Rev. McKain and Dr. P discuss this week’s PBS Special on The Black Church, as well as provide more insight into the history of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church.Rev. Dr. George E. McKain, II is the Director, Public Affairs & Social Concerns of The African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, headquartered in Charlotte, NC. Rev. McKain is also the pastor of Greater Unity AME Zion Church in Sharon, SC.

According to Harvard University, Science in the News, the HeLa Cells, (the cell line of Henrietta Lacks) were used in the ground-breaking discovery of the infectivity and viral spread of SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19). Dr. Bowie and Dr. P highlight the facts about Henrietta Lacks plight at Johns Hopkins Hospital over 70 years ago and how her HeLa cells continue to be used in ground-breaking scientific discoveries today and beyond. As a professor at the Bloomberg School of Public Health, Dr. Bowie shares her views on John Hopkins then and now!Dr. Bowie is a professor in the Bloomberg School of Public Health’s- Department of Health, Behavior, and Society, Bowie’s research examines approaches that lead to the success and sustainability of community-based interventions and the implications of religion and spirituality for prevention and treatment. Bowie is also core faculty in the Hopkins Center for Health Disparities Solutions.

As a member of the next generation of leaders in the Black Church, Bro. H. Matthew Seawright shares his views on social justice; giving voice to those in the pew; feeding the hungry, responding to COVID-19, lining a hymn, and other topics relevant to a church at the crossroads.A Liberation Theologian, Bro. Harry Matthew Seawright believes in the alignment of one’s purpose and faith through Evangelism for the enrichment of community through identification, understanding, and the utilization of one's purpose in order to advance the kingdom of God!

This week cervical cancer Tamika Felder shares her 20+ year journey through surviving cervical cancer and the facts and myths about prevention, HPV testing, and HPV vaccine. Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable types of cancers. African American women are among the highest death rates from this cancer.Named a “Cancer Rebel” by Newsweek in a 2017 cover story, Tamika Felder is a highly sought-after speaker on cervical cancer advocacy, cancer prevention, HPV education, and living life with purpose after cancer. She is the author of "Seriously, What Are You Waiting For? 13 Actions To Ignite Your Life & Achieve The Ultimate Comeback." Learn more about Tamika’s work at Cervivor.org and TamikaFelder.com.

In this thought-provoking discussion, Dr. Fitzpatrick shares her personal story on what led her to participate in the COVID-19 vaccine clinical trial and her experience in the process.Dr. Lisa Fitzpatrick, MD, MPH is a CDC-trained medical epidemiologist and board-certified infectious diseases physician with both domestic and global experience in public health. She was recently named as a member of the Institute of Medicine/National Academy of Sciences Roundtable on Health Literacy.

This week on Dr. P on the Pod, Dr. Pernessa Seele, and Dr. Fallon Wilson discuss the importance of understanding technology and its significance in our everyday lives. Dr. Wilson will touch on different topics, including digital redlining and how Facebook uses our data. Don't miss this critical discussion.