C2: Critical Conversations that Lie at the Heart of Health Justice
By BUSPH CoE in Maternal and Child Health
C2: Critical Conversations that Lie at the Heart of Health JusticeMar 14, 2023
Conversation on Weight Stigma (Part 2) with Dr. Lisa Erlanger
In the second episode of this 2-part series, we continue our conversation with Dr. Lisa Erlanger. Join us as we explore the foundations of weight-inclusive primary care and “peel back the onion” that is diet culture. We also discuss how research and everyday discourse about weight can be misleading and what we can do to fix these misconceptions.
Dr. Lisa Erlanger is a board-certified family physician and Clinical Professor of Family Medicine at the University of Washington. She is a leader in the growing movement for weight-inclusive primary care and speaks nationally about anti-fat bias, weight-inclusive primary care, and eating disorders.
For more information about Dr. Erlanger and her work you can find here: https://sites.google.com/view/drlisaerlanger
For more related information go here: Association for Size Diversity and Health: https://asdah.org/
The production of this podcast was supported by Grant 6-T76MC00017-27-01 from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the host and guests of this podcast episode and do not necessarily represent the official views of HRSA or HHS.
Conversation on Weight Stigma (Part 1) with Dr. Lisa Erlanger
You walk into a doctor’s office for an appointment, and what is the first thing you are asked to do? Step on a scale. For some, this experience or number fails to generate a heightened response. However, most of us have complicated and deeply personal relationships with our body and weight. Have you ever stopped to question why all doctor’s visits start this way? Or, have you ever wondered why you have been made to feel so preoccupied with your body and size in the first place?
Dr. Lisa Erlanger joins us to help explore these questions and more in the Season 3 premiere. Dr. Lisa Erlanger is a board-certified family physician and Clinical Professor of Family Medicine at the University of Washington. She is a leader in the growing movement for weight-inclusive primary care and speaks nationally about anti-fat bias, weight-inclusive primary care, and eating disorders. Join us as we dive into weight stigma’s definition, history, and impact on marginalized populations in this first part of a 2-episode series.
For more information about Dr. Erlanger and her work you can find here: https://sites.google.com/view/drlisaerlanger
Find out more about the organization mentioned during the podcast here:
Medical Students for Size Inclusivity: https://sizeinclusivemedicine.org/
For more related information go here:
Association for Size Diversity and Health: https://asdah.org/
The production of this podcast was supported by Grant 6-T76MC00017-27-01 from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the host and guests of this podcast episode and do not necessarily represent the official views of HRSA or HHS.
Introduction to Season 3 from Becca Rohac
Welcome to Season 3 of C2: Critical Conversations that Lie at the Heart of Health Justice! Becca Rohac introduces the season as the new host and shares what listeners can expect from Season 3. We hope these episodes serve you in learning and carrying conversations around health justice issues with your peers, families, and communities. Hello again to those returning and welcome to those joining! We hope you enjoy listening!
Conversation on Substance Use Disorders in Adolescents with Noel Vest, PhD
There exists an alluring public perception of substance misuse among young adults in high school and college. Drugs and alcohol are strategically marketed to adolescents, and this has profound public health consequences. Various examples from television, film, and social media highlight a glamorous and glorified portrayal of substance abuse. We welcome Dr. Noel Vest, PhD to the podcast to discuss the implications of substance use disorders on the development and well-being of adolescents. Dr. Vest is an assistant professor at the Boston University School of Public Health. As a formerly incarcerated scholar, Dr. Vest advocates for social justice issues and public policy concerning substance use disorder recovery and prison reentry. Join us as we discuss what puts adolescents at a heightened risk of developing a substance use disorder, what the current state of research is, and Dr. Vest’s personal and professional motivations for doing work in this field.
Resources used in the production of this podcast:
The production of this podcast was supported by Grant G-T76MC00017-27-01 from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the host and guests of this podcast episode and do not necessarily represent the official views of HRSA or HHS.
Conversation on Intergenerational Trauma with Alicia Mendez, PhD
Over the last two decades, there have been profound advancements in what we know about the implications of ancestral trauma on the health and wellbeing of future generations. The question we investigate today: how is intergenerational trauma relevant to public health? We welcome Dr. Alicia Mendez to help answer this question. Dr. Mendez is a research assistant professor at Boston University’s school of social work. She studies child welfare and intergenerational trauma with a focus on mother-offspring relationships. Join us as we discuss what intergenerational trauma is, the current state of research in this field, and her own stories and motivations as to what encouraged her to perform her own research on this topic.
For resources for parents, click here: https://www.childwelfare.gov/topics/responding/trauma/caregivers/
The production of this podcast was supported by Grant G-T76MC00017-27-01 from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the host and guests of this podcast episode and do not necessarily represent the official views of HRSA or HHS.
Conversation on Sexual Violence with Emily Rothman, ScD and Gina Scaramella, MSW
*Various sensitive topics that may be triggering for some listeners will be discussed in this production, so listener discretion is advised.* The topic of this month’s episode is sexual violence. Women in the United States suffer from sexual violence at alarming rates. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over half of women have experienced sexual violence involving physical contact during their lifetimes. We welcome Dr. Emily Rothman and Gina Scaramella MSW to the podcast to explore this public health concern. Join us as we discuss an important and sensitive issue that impacts the health of individuals, mothers, families, and communities.
Follow this link to access the autism training platform recently developed by Rothman and Scaramella: https://sites.bu.edu/autismsa/
If you or someone you know is in need of sexual violence resources, please see the following information:
National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673
The production of this podcast was supported by Grant G-T76MC00017-27-01 from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the host and guests of this podcast episode and do not necessarily represent the official views of HRSA or HHS.
Conversation on Doula Care with Cara Salon (Pt. 2): Leveraging Research to Promote Equitable Accessibility
This episode is the second part of our Season 2 Doula Series. Doula care has been proven to improve the health outcomes of birthing individuals, yet access to this service remains limited. We welcome Cara Safon, a fourth-year PhD candidate at BUSPH, to discuss the mechanisms behind the benefits of doula care and ways to improve accessibility to this type of care. Tune in as we continue our Doula Care Series which was inspired by the recent partnership between doula agency Birthing Gently and Massachusetts General Brigham as part of its United Against Racism Project.
Visit these websites for more information about doula care and to reference the information addressed in this episode:
National Health Law Program-Doula Medicaid Project
National Academy for State Health Policy-State Medicaid Approaches to Doula Service Benefits
The production of this podcast was supported by Grant G-T76MC00017-27-01 from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the host and guests of this podcast episode and do not necessarily represent the official views of HRSA or HHS.
Conversation on Doula Care with Katia Powell-Laurent, PhD: How Certain Hospitals are Making Doula Care More Accessible
Doula care has been proven to improve the health outcomes of birthing individuals, yet access to these services remains limited. Birthing Gently recently partnered with Massachusetts General Brigham as part of its United Against Racism Project. The goal of the program is to match Birth Doulas with low-income and at-risk patients. We welcome Katia Powell-Laurent, PhD to our podcast to discuss the forged partnership, the role of birth doulas on a collaborative care team, and general strategies for addressing maternal mortality.
For more information on the partnership between MGB and Birthing Gently, follow this link: https://www.birthinggently.com/bgmh-program
The production of this podcast was supported by Grant G-T76MC00017-27-01 from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the host and guests of this podcast episode and do not necessarily represent the official views of HRSA or HHS.
Vaccine Hesitancy: Tracing Anti-Vaccination Sentiments from America's Founding to a Modern Reluctance
The phenomenon of vaccine hesitancy has escalated significantly over the last decade. Skepticism surrounding immunization, however, is not a new reality in the United States. In Episode 4 of our second season, we welcome Professor Matthew Motta, PhD to the podcast as we trace vaccine hesitancy back to our nation's founding. We discuss the various triggers that have fueled anti-vaccination sentiments with a focus on parental and maternal immunization. Tune in to hear more about politics and motivated reasoning, federal versus state immunization legislation, the controversy surrounding the Gardasil vaccine, and more.
For more information about vaccine-preventable diseases and vaccine confidence strengthening efforts at the national level: https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/covid-19/vaccinate-with-confidence.html
For more information about getting vaccinated against HPV: https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vpd/hpv/public/index.html
The production of this podcast was supported by Grant G-T76MC00017-27-01 from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the host and guests of this podcast episode and do not necessarily represent the official views of HRSA or HHS.
Conversation on Gun Violence in the United States: Firearm-related Violence as a Public Health Crisis
Gun violence poses profound threats to the health of children, women, mothers, and communities across the United States. In 2020 firearms became the leading cause of death among children ages 19 and below. Additionally, women in the United States who are pregnant or have recently given birth are more likely to die from murder than from obstetric causes. 68% of these homicides involved firearms. Michael Ulrich, professor at Boston University School of Law and School of Public Health, shares his academic expertise with us as we explore the scope and reality of gun violence in America.
Visit these sources for more information about the statistics listed in the episode description and to learn more about the implications of gun violence:
The production of this podcast was supported by Grant G-T76MC00017-27-01 from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the host and guests of this podcast episode and do not necessarily represent the official views of HRSA or HHS.
Conversation on Homelessness (Pt. 2) With Dr. Aura Obando: Prevention, Access to Care, and the Health of Families
Individuals experiencing homelessness face worsened health outcomes in addition to social ostracization, lack of safety, and limited access to resources. Dr. Aura Obando, pediatrician and Family Team Medical Director at Boston Healthcare for the Homeless, joins us to speak about her expertise and experience in caring for homeless families and youth. Tune in to our conversation as we explore a variety of topics related to homelessness prevention, substance use disorders, reproductive health care, and fostering the health of family units.
Learn more about Boston Healthcare for the Homeless here: https://www.bhchp.org/
For information about finding emergency shelter in Massachusetts please visit: https://www.mass.gov/service-details/find-emergency-shelter
The production of this podcast was supported by Grant G-T76MC00017-27-01 from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the host and guests of this podcast episode and do not necessarily represent the official views of HRSA or HHS.
Conversation on Homelessness, Advocacy, and Activism with Lianne O'Reilly
Individuals experiencing homelessness face worsened health outcomes in addition to social ostracization, lack of safety, and limited access to resources. Lianne O'Reilly joins us today to talk about her role as a Clinical Advocate for Women's Lunch Place, a women's day shelter in the heart of Boston. Tune in to our conversation as we discuss the importance of advocacy and activism in support of homeless women, mothers, and children.
Learn more about Women's Lunch Place at: womenslunchplace.org
For information about finding emergency shelter in Massachusetts please visit: https://www.mass.gov/service-details/find-emergency-shelter
The production of this podcast was supported by Grant G-T76MC00017-27-01 from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the host and guests of this podcast episode and do not necessarily represent the official views of HRSA or HHS.
Introduction to Season 2 from Emily Rose O'Neil
Welcome to season 2 of C2: Critical Conversations that Lie at the Heart of Health Justice! Host Emily Rose O'Neil introduces the second season on our podcast's one-year anniversary, which also falls on International Women's Day. We hope these episodes serve you in learning and carrying conversations around health justice issues with your peers, families, and communities. Thank you for joining our community. We hope you enjoy listening!
Conversation on Postpartum Depression with Jessie Colbert
Today’s conversation is with Jessie Colbert, the Executive Director of MASS PPD Fund. I talk with Jessie about the intersection of mental and maternal health and we dig deep into topics like Postpartum Depression and Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs).
Find out more about the organization mentioned during this podcast here:
- Mass PPD Fund: https://massppdfund.org/
- National MMH Hotline: 1-833-943-5746 (1-833-9-HELP4MOMS)
- Postpartum Support International (PSI): https://www.postpartum.net/
- The Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance: https://www.mmhla.org/
- MCPAP for Moms: https://www.mcpapformoms.org/
Conversation on Doula Care with Merline Sylvain-Williams
Merline Sylvain-Williams is a birth doula and owner and founder of Nurturing Babyhood N’ Beyond. She joins us to talk about the importance of doula care and its impact for birthing people and beyond.
Find out more about the organization mentioned during this podcast here:
- Nurturing Babyhood N’ Beyond: https://nurturingbabyhoodnbeyond.com/
The production of this podcast was supported by Grant 6-T76MC00017-27-01 from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the host and guests of this podcast episode and do not necessarily represent the official views of HRSA or HHS.
Conversation on Climate Change and Reproductive Health with Amelia Wesselink
Dr. Amelia Wesselink is a Research Assistant Professor of Epidemiology at the Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH). She joins us to talk about the connection between climate change and reproductive health.
Find out more about the organization mentioned during this podcast here:
- BUSPH Center for Climate and Health: https://sites.bu.edu/climateandhealth/
- PPE special issue: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/toc/13653016/2022/36/1
- PRESTO study website: https://sites.bu.edu/presto/
The production of this podcast was supported by Grant 6-T76MC00017-27-01 from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the host and guests of this podcast episode and do not necessarily represent the official views of HRSA or HHS.
Conversation on Overturning Roe with Nicole Huberfeld
Nicole Huberfeld the Edward R. Utley Professor of Health Law, Ethics & Human Rights at BU School of Public Health and Professor of Law at BU School of Law joins us to talk about the Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization to overrule Roe v. Wade (1973) and Planned Parenthood v. Casey (1992).
Find out more about the organization mentioned during this podcast here:
- Collective Power for Reproductive Justice: https://collectivepowerrj.org/
- Plan C: https://www.plancpills.org/
- AidAccess - resources and consultations for abortion pills delivered by mail: https://aidaccess.org/
- Miscarriage and Abortion Hotline: https://www.mahotline.org/
- Abortion Rights Fund of Western Massachusetts: https://www.arfwm.org/
- Eastern Massachusetts Abortion Fund: https://abortionfunds.org/
- Planned Parenthood Action Fund: https://www.plannedparenthoodaction.org/
The production of this podcast was supported by Grant 6-T76MC00017-27-01 from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the host and guests of this podcast episode and do not necessarily represent the official views of HRSA or HHS.
Conversation on Food Security For All (Pt. 2) with Vivien Morris
Food security continues to be a challenge for many households as the pandemic continues and inflation rates rise. Vivien Morris, Chairperson and Founder of Mattapan Food and Fitness Coalition and Founder and Board Member of Boston Organization of Nutritionists and Dietitians of Color (BOND), joins us to talk about her work in the community focused lens on tackling food insecurity.
Find out more about the organization mentioned during this podcast here:
- Mattapan Food and Fitness Coalition: https://www.mattapanfoodandfit.org/
- Boston Organization of Nutritionists and Dietitians of Color (BOND): https://bondofcolor.wixsite.com/home
- Nutrition & Fitness for Life: https://www.bmc.org/pediatrics-nutrition-and-fitness-life
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP): https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program
- Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC): https://www.fns.usda.gov/wic
- Universal School Meals: https://feedkidsma.org/about-the-bill
- Take action to push for Universal School Meals: https://p2a.co/ztluehq?utm_source=feedkidsma&utm_medium=take_action&utm_campaign=feedkids_hearing
Conversation on Food Security For All (Pt. 1) with Catalina López-Ospina
Catalina López-Ospina, the Vice President of Engagement at Project Bread joins us to talk about her work to increase food security for all, the current status of food insecurity in the U.S. and Massachusetts, and about causes and possible solutions.
Find out more about the organization mentioned during this podcast here:
- Project Bread: www.projectbread.org/
Conversations on Abortion and Reproductive Rights (Pt. 2) with Marisa Pizii
Marisa Pizii, the Deputy Director of Programs and Policy at Collective Power for Reproductive Justice and Co-chair of the Board of Directors of the Abortion Rights Fund of Western Massachusetts, joins us to dig deeper into this critical moment on the attacks on abortion and reproductive rights and what it means to be an activist working in this space.
Find out more about the organizations mentioned during this podcast here:
Collective Power for Reproductive Justice: https://collectivepowerrj.org/
Abortion Rights Fund of Western Massachusetts: https://www.arfwm.org/
Empty Arms Bereavement Support: http://www.emptyarmsbereavement.org/
Conversations on Abortion Rights (Pt. 1) with Nicole Huberfeld
Nicole Huberfeld the Edward R. Utley Professor of Health Law, Ethics & Human Rights at BU School of Public Health and Professor of Law at BU School of Law joins us to talk about the latest attacks on abortion rights and breaks down the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization Supreme Court hearing held in December.
Introduction to C2 from Eilisha Manandhar
Welcome to C2: Critical Conversations that Lie at the Heart of Health Justice! Host Eilisha Manandhar welcomes you and shares the purpose of this podcast. We hope these episodes serve you in learning and carrying conversations around health justice issues with your peers, families, and communities. Thank you for joining our community.