The Sisters Will See You Now

COVID-19 has made 2020 a year for the record books.  It is exciting that vaccines are being approved and distributed, but the speed of development has many people concerned about safety. This week Dr. Kisha and Dr. Maya are ready to help it all make a bit more sense as they explain how these vaccines were developed quickly and safely, how the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines are looking, and some insight into when you can expect to receive yours.

This is an episode you do not want to miss. 

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Dr, Kisha and Dr, Maya are back and they know how stressful 2020 has been. Tune in to get some tips on how to manage anxiety, and determine when it's time to talk to your physician.

In this episode the Sisters discuss cardiovascular disease aka heart disease, which is the number one killer of Americans. We’ve all  been hearing a lot lately about heart disease as a risk factor for more severe disease if you contract COVID-19. Someone has a heart attack about every 40 seconds, and dies from a cardiovascular event every minute. Also concerning is how COVID-19 is greatly affecting the Black community, this is due to underlying health conditions such as high blood pressure, obesity, and diabetes.

Heart disease encompasses many different conditions which is explained during this episode. 

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For more info on the topics discussed:
https://theheartfoundation.org/heart-disease-facts-2/
https://www.cdc.gov/heartdisease/about.htm
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https://www.npr.org/sections/coronavirus-live-updates/2020/04/08/830030932/cdc-hospital-data-point-to-racial-disparity-in-covid-19-casess://www.cdc.gov/heartdisease/women.htm
https://millionhearts.hhs.gov/
https://www.brookings.edu/blog/fixgov/2020/04/09/why-are-blacks-dying-at-higher-rates-from-covid-19/

This week is a heavier topic, but necessary during these unprecedented times. The Sisters talk advanced care planning, definitions of 'DNR' and 'respirators', and how to have those conversations with your family and friends.

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For more info on the topics discussed:
Advance Care Planning

The Five Wishes Starter Kit is all you need to start thinking about and documenting your wishes.

First African American to Receive a Face Transplant

This week the Sisters are sharing their expert knowledge as doctors on the front lines of securing the health of our communities during the Covid-19 epidemic. In part 1 the Sisters separate fact from fiction, and in part 2 they welcome, Xonna Clark, a licensed dietician/nutritionist, to share what could be life-saving advice on how to boost your immune system to protect against it or fight it off.

This is an episode you do not want to miss. 

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Connect with Xonna Clark, MS, LDN, CNS:
www.xonnaclark.com
Send a text: +1 240-813-0805

Xonna is offering three levels of support during this time and she's got you covered. She has designed a 4 week program to help you boost your immune system. Get in touch!

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This week the Sisters welcome back Dr. Sherry L. H. Maragh, MD, MBA of Maragh Dermatology to discuss alopecia. Special guest, Everett Davis, shares his personal story about living with alopecia. 

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https://www.facebook.com/maragh.dermatology/

This week The Sisters are talking Black Hair with guest Sherry L. H. Maragh, MD, MBA of Maragh Dermatology. How often should you wash your hair? What can your hair tell you about your overall health? What can I do to create a healthy hair regimen? 

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"Sometimes it's hard to look forward before we look back," Dr. Maya.
The Sisters' season three premiere episode is all about self-reflection and the important role it plays in overall wellness.

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Why is it so hard to get men to the doctor? What should men expect at their annual physical? How often should you be screened for HIV? Mental health and toxic masculinity?

The sisters are talking MEN'S HEALTH this week. Dr. Timothy Boone, MD, guests on this episode.

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Resources:
https://www.ebony.com/health/black-men-health-guide/ 

https://www.aawellnessproject.org/10-health-risks-black-men/

https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/lose_wt/BMI/bmicalc.htm 

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Dr. Kisha and Dr. Maya are back with another hot topic: marijuana. Is it safe? Can it help with your glaucoma? Is marijuana addictive? Can marijuana contribute to mental illness? As more states legalize marijuana, the Sisters share potentially life-saving information.

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