Racism as a Public Health Crisis

Tell Us Where It Hurts

English - May 26, 2021 16:30 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MB - ★★★★★ - 15 ratings
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Racism as a public health crisis is discussed on the latest Tell Us Where It Hurts podcast. The conversation centers on racism’s effect on physical health outcomes of black and brown communities locally, nationally and globally.

“Thousands Protest Racial Injustice At Indiana Statehouse, On City Streets.” WFYI Indianapolis.

Guests

Dr. Gina Forrest, Expert in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Intercultural Competency

Talking Points

1:30 - What is meant by racism as a public health crisis?

2:30 - How racism affects physical health outcomes.

3:35 - Why racism is a public health crisis now.

5:00 - The pandemic’s effect on black and brown communities.

7:40 - Social determinants in racism as a public health crisis.

11:40 - What are microaggressions?

17:15 - Bridging the divide of mistrust and bias in healthcare.

20:30 - Accountability in communities.

23:55 - How sustainable is the cause, and how can we help?