Best Communityhealth Podcasts (2024)

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S3, E6 - Neha Shah Londono, Director of Clinical Trials, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion 37:32

3M ago37:32

37:32

Dr. Summer Dewdney & John McIlwain explore pharmaceutical efforts to increase diversity in clinical trials with Neha Shah Londono, formerly from Seagen, now Pfizer. Ms. Londono emphasized that the pharmaceutical industry is very focused on improving diversity in clinical trials to insure that the data coming out of trials truly reflects the health …

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S3, E5 - Kent Hoskins; University of IL Cancer Center 44:44

4M ago44:44

44:44

Mistrust in our healthcare system or failure to inform patients, what is the cause of lack of diversity in clinical trials in America? Dr. Patricia Robinson and John McIlwain explore this question with Dr. Kent Hoskins from the University of Illinois Cancer Center. Dr. Hoskins has been a key research partner and supporter of Equal Hope from our ear…

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S3, E4 - Cristal Gary, CEO of Meridian Health Plan 30:53

5M ago30:53

30:53

John McIlwain and Shari Runner interview Cristal Gary, the new CEO of Meridian Health Plans. Meridian Health Plan is owned by a Centene, a major healthcare provider. Cristal's role is to manage and oversee the publicly insured program for Meridian/Centene.By Equal Hope

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S3, E3 - Dr. Matthew Notowidigdo, Healthcare Economist from UChicago's Booth School 43:45

6M ago43:45

43:45

Dr. David Ansell & John McIlwain talk to Dr. Matthew Notowidigdo from UChicago's Booth School of Business. Matt is a Healthcare Economist looking at disparities in health outcomes and America's funding mechanism for healthcare. Although Dr. Ansell & Dr. Notowidigdo did not know each other before this recording, as a Social Epidemiologist, Dr. Ansel…

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S3, E2 Harriet Washington 37:23

7M ago37:23

37:23

Harriet Washington, Bio Ethicist from Columbia University in New York City and author on medical ethics quotes Philosopher Alfred North Whitehead saying "The progress of civilization is not a wholly uniform drift towards better things." Some times we need to hit "pause" or go back a few steps to correct things. This statement becomes the backbone o…

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S3, E1 - Eddilisa Martin, M&B Sciences 37:42

8M ago37:42

37:42

Dr. Patricia Robinson and John McIlwain discuss the important issue of Diversity in Clinical Trails with Dr. Eddilisa Martin, owner and founder of M&B Sciences. Diversity in Clinical trials is becoming a more and more important topic as we address the impact of Systemic Racism in our Healthcare System. If trials to identify biomarkers or test new d…

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S2, E9 NorthShore University HealthSystem 31:01

1y ago31:01

31:01

John McIlwain and Shari Runner talk with Diana Alvarez, NorthShore University HealthSystem's Community Health Equity Liaison. Diana explains the importance of health equity as a driver of NorthShore's key priorities. In addition, Diana shares personal stories that make the issue of healthcare so important for all of us.…

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S2, E8 - Felicia Davis Blakley, Chicago Foundation for Women 40:24

1+ y ago40:24

40:24

John McIlwain and Mary Richardson-Lowry talk to Felicia Blakley, the President & CEO of the Chicago Foundation for Women, about the Foundation's beginning, its growth under Felicia's leadership and the challenges and opportunities that it sees ahead.By Equal Hope

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S2, E7 - Yolonda Ross, Actress on the Showtime Series "The Chi" 35:45

1+ y ago35:45

35:45

John McIlwain and Dr. Paris Thomas talk to Yolonda Ross, actress on the Showtime Series, The Chi, about her research with Equal Hope clients and how her interactions shaped her portrayal of her character on The Chi, Jada Washington.By Equal Hope

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S2, E6: Stephanie Willding, CommunityHealth CEO 42:31

1+ y ago42:31

42:31

John McIlwain and Shari Runner talk to Steph Willding, the CEO of CommunityHealth, a Free & Charitable Health Clinic. CommunityHealth was established as a disruption to the payor-model healthcare system that we have in America. As a disruptor, CommunityHealth & Equal Hope share a lot in common. Listen how our missions coincide.…

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S2, E5 - Chinyere "Chi Chi" Okwu, CEO of EverThrive IL 39:08

1+ y ago39:08

39:08

Dr. Robin Jones and John McIlwain discuss women's health in the wake of the Supreme Court's Dobb's Decision and its impact upon women's health across the country.By Equal Hope

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S2, E4 - Ms. Erica Barbosa, Equal Hope Survivor 19:46

1+ y ago19:46

19:46

Ms. Oreletta Garmon, Equal Hope Healthcare Navigator, joins John McIlwain to interview Ms. Oreletta's client, Erica Barbosa. Erica shares her breast cancer story as Ms. Oreletta helps her navigate the barriers she faced. Erica and Ms. Oreletta share a special bond, and you can hear it in Erica's story.…

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S2, E3: Dr. Melissa Merrick, CEO of Prevent Child Abuse America 39:06

1+ y ago39:06

39:06

Dr. Pat Robinson & John McIlwain interview Dr. Melissa Merrick, the CEO of Prevent Child Abuse America. Dr. Merrick explains how our childhood stays with us well into our adult lives. Experiences we have as children can dramatically affect our growth and development, even to the point of altering our DNA.…

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S2,E2: Dr. Brandi Jackson, Co-Founder of the Institute for Racial & Cultural Healing 26:48

1+ y ago26:48

26:48

John McIlwain & Dr. Summer Dewdney discuss healing with Dr. Brandi Jackson, Co-Founder of the Institute for Racial & Cultural Healing. Dr. Jackson speaks passionately about the need for "self-care" in caring for others.By Equal Hope

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S2, E1 - IL Health & Hospital Association 42:23

1+ y ago42:23

42:23

On this first episode of Season 2 for Disrupting Privilege: Conversations on Race & Health, John McIlwain and Dr. Robin Jones talk to Lisa Harries & Adam Kohlrus from the Illinois Health & Hospital Association about their new focus on health equity. How does a hospital association, as an association of hospitals across a diverse state such as Illin…

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S1, E 20: Ken Kaufman from Kaufman Hall 35:55

2y ago35:55

35:55

Ken Kaufman, one of the founders and current Chairman of Kaufman Hall Healthcare Consultancy firm discuss the public health system across the country. Have you ever wondered if the healthcare system can learn anything from the NFL? Well, Ken discusses a sports analogy that demonstrates we can all learn from one another.…

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S1, E19: Mayor Lori Lightfoot 30:14

2y ago30:14

30:14

John McIlwain and Mary Richardson Lowry discuss Chicago's response to the pandemic and its impact on Chicago's public health infrastructure with Chicago's Mayor Lori Lightfoot. In the wake of the most significant health crisis in recent memory, perhaps in our lifetime, Chicago has fared considerably better than many peer municipalities across the c…

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S1, E18: Dr. Pamela Khosla, Sinai Chicago 47:26

2y ago47:26

47:26

John McIlwain & Mary Richardson Lowry interview Dr. Pamela Khosla, who is the Chair of Sinai Chicago's Cancer Committee and the Chief Hematologist at Chicago's largest safety net hospital. Dr. Khosla reveals how important it is to bond with her patients as she builds trust. The insights she has gained being a female doctor in a male dominated indus…

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S1, E17: Gayla Brockman, President & CEO of Michael Reese Health Trust 36:43

2y ago36:43

36:43

John McIlwain and Dr. Patricia Robinson talk to Gayla Brockman, the President & CEO of the Michael Reese Health Trust. Gayla has overseen some transformational changes to the private conversion trust to make the Foundation a Public Foundation. Taking advantage of the public platform, the Michael Reese Health Trust became a key player in coordinatin…

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S1, E16: Ed Stellon from Heartland Alliance Health 32:34

2y ago32:34

32:34

Dr. Summer Dewdney and John McIlwain interview Ed Stellon, Executive Director of Heartland Alliance Health. Ed brings a particularly unique perspective to Chicago's Health Equity debate. As a healthcare service provider primarily serving the health needs of people experiencing homelessness, Ed brings a powerful perspective on the inequities confron…

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S1, E15: Dr. Nita Lee and Dr. Summer Dewdney on Cervical Cancer in Chicago 29:01

2+ y ago29:01

29:01

Dr. Summer Dewdney, an Obstetrics & Gynecological doctor from Rush University Medical Center and John McIlwain from Equal Hope interview Dr. Nita Lee from UChicago Medicine about efforts in Chicago to reduce cervical cancer diagnoses and deaths. *Correction: John McIlwain correctly mentioned that Rwanda has achieved a very high level of HPV vaccina…

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S1, E14: Shelley Davis, the Coleman Foundation 44:18

2+ y ago44:18

44:18

John McIlwain and Mary Richardson Lowry talk to Shelley Davis, the new President & CEO of the Coleman Foundation about healthcare in Chicago. Shelley shares several personal stories where loved ones died unnecessarily at an early age because the healthcare system failed them. Listen to Shelley share her personal stories and how the Coleman Foundati…

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S1, E13: An interview with AMITA Health's CEO Keith Parrott & Chief Advocacy Officer Cristal Gary 38:31

2+ y ago38:31

38:31

Dr. David Ansell & John McIlwain talk to the AMITA Health's CEO Keith Parrott and Chief Advocacy Officer Cristal Gary about AMITA Health's recent announcement that the merger between Ascension Healthcare and Adventist Midwest Health is separating after seven years. The move to become more nimble and market driven is important to the two faith-based…

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S1, E12, Dr. Jackie Rouse, Advocate Aurora Health 31:50

2+ y ago31:50

31:50

As a healthcare provider that spans across Illinois and Wisconsin, serving over 3 million patients per year and 75,000 employees, Advocate Aurora Health has a unique and broad perspective on the Social Determinants of Health and on health equity. Dr. Jackie Rouse explains how Advocate Aurora Health defines its sense of "community" by looking at its…

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S1, E11: Maria Pesqueira, Executive Director of the Healthy Communities Foundation 30:47

2+ y ago30:47

30:47

John McIlwain and Dr. Summer Dewdney talk to Maria Pesqueira, the Executive Director of the Healthy Communities Foundation about their focus on health disparities. After re-evaluating their funding strategies, the McNeal Health Trust, which later became the Arthur Foundation, rebranded again to become the Healthy Communities Foundation. Given that …

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S1, E10: Drs. Larry Goodman & Omar Lateef 34:13

2+ y ago34:13

34:13

Dr. Larry Goodman, retired CEO of Rush University Medical Center, and Dr. Omar Lateef explain how Rush re-evaluated the way it defined "community" as the healthcare institution sought to address "Community Health" needs. Dr. Lateef suggested that COVID-19 not only created a stress test for healthcare institutions across the country, it created a st…

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S1, E9: Dr. Melissa Simon from Northwestern's Feinberg School of Medicine 32:52

2+ y ago32:52

32:52

Dr. Melissa Simon discusses her career and her focus on health equity from Northwestern's Feinberg School of Medicine with John McIlwain and Dr. Patricia Robinson. As a Latina, Dr. Simon brings particularly unique perspective to healthcare in Chicago, experiences that go back to her childhood. While growing up in Detroit, Dr. Simon saw relatives en…

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S1, E8: Fernando De Maio & Maureen Benjamins discuss their new book "Unequal Cities: Structural Racism and the Death Gap in America's Largest Cities" 31:25

2+ y ago31:25

31:25

John McIlwain and Mary Richardson Lowry talk to authors Fernando De Maio & Maureen Benjamins about their new book, "Unequal Cities: Structural Racism & the Death Gap in America's Largest Cities." The core of their discussion centered on the importance of data in furthering the discussion around structural racism and poor health outcomes. "The disea…

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S1, E7: Trusted Messengers and Healthcare Equity: A Conversation with Dr. Linda Rae Murray 40:33

2+ y ago40:33

40:33

John McIlwain and Dr. Robin Jones from Rush University Medical Center talk with Dr. Linda Rae Murray, Cook County Health & Hospital Association's retired Chief Medical Officer about the role of "Trusted Messengers" in delivering equity across the healthcare system. Dr. Murray's remarkable career in Chicago and Canada give her a unique perspective o…

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S1, E6: Racial Health Equity and the American Medical Association 48:59

2+ y ago48:59

48:59

Dr. Robin L. Jones from Rush University Medical Center, and a member of the Equal Hope Board of Directors and John McIlwain, Senior Director of External Affairs at Equal Hope discuss health equity with Dr. Aletha Maybank, the Chief Health Equity Officer of the American Medical Association. In light of the fall out from the Journal of the American M…

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S1, E5: Building a Health Equity Collaborative: A Conversation with Dr. Larry Goodman 25:00

2+ y ago25:00

25:00

John McIlwain discusses Equal Hope's origins and impact on Chicago's healthcare marketplace with Dr. Larry Goodman, the retired CEO of Rush University Medical Center. According to John's conversation with Dr. Goodman, the best way to address the root causes of health disparities is through collaborative efforts; no one entity can achieve better hea…

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S1, E4: Gender & Sexual Bias in the Workplace 32:42

3y ago32:42

32:42

Michelle Obama's former Chief of Staff, Tina Tchen and Gina Arias discuss workplace equity with John McIlwain and Equal Hope Board member Dr. Summer Dewdney. Confronting systemic gender inequity is a multipronged effort that we are just beginning. Listen for more details.By Equal Hope

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S1, E3: Dr. Helene Gayle: Racial Wealth Gap and the Implications on Chicago's Health 39:47

3y ago39:47

39:47

Dr. David Ansell and John McIlwain interview Dr. Helene Gayle, the President & CEO of the Chicago Community Trust. Under Dr. Gayle's leadership, the Chicago Community Trust has identified the racial Wealth Gap as the primary strategic focus for the Trust. Drs. Ansell & Gayle discuss the policies that have lead to disparities in black and white weal…

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Getting into the Plastic Free Mindset with Toni & Lin Sappong 47:55

3y ago47:55

47:55

In this episode, we explore how to incorporate sustainable low waste activities into your daily lives. What does it mean to be plastic free? What are steps you can take to create lower impact? Tune in today to learn more about the sister duo, Lin and Toni Sappong, behind Plastic Free Toronto, and their work! Guest: Lin and Toni Sappong Hosts: Susan…

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S1, E2: Equal Hope discusses COVID-19 & healthcare disparities with Dr. Allison Arwady 46:12

3y ago46:12

46:12

Dr. David Ansell & John McIlwain discuss the City's response to COVID-19 and what has been learned from the pandemic with Dr. Allison Arwady, Commissioner of the Chicago Department of Public Health. Dr. Arwady explains that one of the elements of the City's efforts to address vaccination disparities across Chicago's Black and Brown communities was …

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Forensic and Sexual Assault (SANE) Nursing with Leah Helmbrecht, RN BSN 1:08:51

3y ago1:08:51

1:08:51

In this episode, we discuss forensic nursing, neurological responses to trauma, and sexual assault nursing. What happens when we experience traumas? What is the process for sexual assault examination? And how can we help people we care about through this process? Tune in today to learn more about Leah Helmbrecht and what it's like to be a SANE nurs…

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S1, E1: Equal Hope & Cross Industry Collaboratives 24:50

3y ago24:50

24:50

Equal Hope interviews Ayesha Jaco, the Executive Director of West Side United. Equal Hope is the predecessor organization to West Side United. John McIlwain & Dr. Patricia Robinson delve into West Side United's genesis and learn more about how this cross-industry has developed a new approach to addressing Chicago's grave health disparities.…

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Getting Outdoors and Doing Work with CJ Goulding 31:30

3y ago31:30

31:30

In this episode, we venture into the outdoors and equity. What does it look like to work with minoritized communities, connect with the outdoors, and redistribute power? How can we use the outdoors to build leadership that is equitable and justice-oriented? Tune in today to learn more about CJ and his work! Guest: CJ Goulding (co.goulding.jr@gmail.…

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Mental Health, Food Relationships, and Female Athletes with Dr. Traci Carson 45:05

3y ago45:05

45:05

We talked with Dr. Traci Carson a year ago, as our first guest, discussing the female athlete triad and her research. Today, we catch up with Dr. Carson to learn about life as a new PhD and how COVID-19 has impacted the health and wellbeing of female athletes. We also discuss how COVID-19 has impacted our relationships with food and exercise and ho…

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Permaculture: The Regeneration of Nature with Monica Ibacache 45:33

3y ago45:33

45:33

Humans and the Earth are so intertwined. Whatever happens to nature will inevitably affect us and we see it happening with each passing day as climates change. So what can we do to create a healthy relationship with nature that promotes regeneration? Permaculture. Permaculture is an approach to land management that uses natural ecosystems and borro…

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Vaccine Hesitancy with Dr. Abram Wagner, PhD 48:42

3+ y ago48:42

48:42

As more people get the vaccine for COVID-19, conversations are happening in all sorts of spaces. Is it safe? Who can get it? How do we talk to those who are hesitant? Did you know some European countries actually tend to be more resistant to vaccines compared to other countries? In this episode, Dr. Abram Wagner talks about vaccine hesitancy and wh…

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Neuroscience, Brain Age, and Burgers with Dani Beck 36:16

3+ y ago36:16

36:16

What is the relationship between the brain and the body? ... and burgers? In this episode, we talk with Dani Beck, a neuroscience PhD Researcher, about his research about how cardiovascular factors may impact brain age, how neuroscience and brain health intersects with public health, and the implications of getting an In-N-Out burger. Guest: Dani B…

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Occupational Science, Occupational Therapy, and Health Equity with Dr. Khalilah Johnson 46:34

3+ y ago46:34

46:34

How has COVID-19 impacted our ability to participate in our daily activities? How do health equity and systemic racism affect access to care and our occupations? In this episode, we talk with Dr. Khalilah Johnson about how occupational science is integral for our daily lives, how to access quality occupational therapy for your needs, and the import…

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Documentary Film and Social Justice with Jalena Keane-Lee 47:21

3+ y ago47:21

47:21

There are many ways that we can spark social change; one of the most impactful ways to do this is to see, experience, and learn the perspectives of others. In this episode, we speak with Jalena Keane-Lee, a social justice documentary filmmaker and community activist, about her most recent work with addressing issues of indigenous land rights in Mau…

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Drug Use and Infectious Diseases during COVID-19 with Dr. Beth Linas 35:52

3+ y ago35:52

35:52

How does the COVID-19 pandemic affect people battling substance use disorders and why should we care? In this episode, we talk with Dr. Beth Linas about how substance use intersects with infectious diseases and about the impact of COVID-19 on health resources and services. Guest: Dr. Beth Linas, PhD MHS Hosts: Diana Klatt, Susanna Park Music: Hawt …

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2020 Census with Joie Ha 27:02

4y ago27:02

27:02

What is the 2020 Census and why should you participate? The Census is essentially a headcount of everyone in the United States. It determines how the national and local governments can allocate funds and programs for the next ten years! On this episode, Joie Ha, a Partnership Specialist for the 2020 Census, tells us why it is important for EVERYONE…

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International Governance & Development with Zuleka 43:04

4y ago43:04

43:04

Working in communities can be challenging depending on your identity, skills, and population. For Zuleka, she faced various challenges working straight out of college in Boston in violence prevention. She also advocated for destigmatizing Ebola during the crisis and did education work in rural Liberia. Tune in to hear us discuss the nuances of comm…

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Women's Health and Global Health with Dr. Iftikher Mahmood 47:04

4y ago47:04

47:04

Did you know that improving women's health and access to healthcare can positively impact an entire community? But, unfortunately, high quality of care is not universal. Things like fistula, access to basic needs, and education are still lacking in many parts of the world. In this episode, we talk with Dr. Iftikher Mahmood, founder of the HOPE Foun…

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Substance Use with Brooke Wiles 1:03:19

4y ago1:03:19

1:03:19

Did you know that in 2017, 1 in 7 people ages 18 to 25 battled substance abuse? People of all ages, socioeconomic status, and ethnicities can be affected. This is one of the reasons why it can be challenging for public health professionals to tackle the issue. In this episode, Brooke Wiles breaks down for us how taking a public health approach mean…

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Breast Cancer with Rukia Henry 56:06

4y ago56:06

56:06

Many of us probably know someone who has been affected by cancer in some way. For Rukia Henry, her personal experiences played a significant role in her decision to go into cancer research. In this episode, she explains the basics: What are the different types of breast cancer? Who can get breast cancer? What are the different stages of cancer? We …

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