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Closing the Gap in Healthcare
The mission of Closing the Gap in Health Care, Inc. (CGHC, Inc.) is to decrease health disparities by
Did you know? Several days ago, I was the speaker for Black History Month at MUSC. I was asked a question by a white student who wanted to know what she could do to help decrease health disparities? ![]()
My answer is whenever there's inaccurate health information given address that issue. Learn about myhts and untrues that black people and other people of color embrace. Learn how to educate and communicate with people of color. ![]()
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Did you know? I have been sharing health information online,in churches, at fraternity conferences, at barbershop talks, in barbershop, beautyshops, in jails, colleges, and state and national conferences. I have often been called the community physician because of these efforts. You get the picture. ![]()
The information has been well received most of the time. The information has saved lives. People, black and white, give great feedback frequently. ![]()
Our radio and television spots have been award winning validating our credibility. ![]()
Our life blood is primarily through grants and contributions. We appreciate your support. ![]()
But, accurate health information to our community is going to become a premium going forward. Accurate, culturally sensitive information will slow down in the current political environment we are currently in. ![]()
Whenever you read something I write, share it with your family or friends. ![]()
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With Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉
Did you know? Alcohol abuse causes significant health problems in the African Americans and the underserved.![]()
Since COVID 19 we have seen a increase in drinking particularly among the older population. Alcohol has a direct impact on the health issues that are already disparities in healthcare such as mental health, heart disease, stroke, liver failure, diabete and cancer.![]()
Unfortunately busy physicians often don't address the issue effectively in minorities making diagnosis late in this population. Tjbmd
Did you know? For multiple reasons, which are often confusing and have little merit, we still don't trust various kinds of vaccines to ensure out health and protect our health. ![]()
The flu is on the rise. The flu can kill people especially it you have diabetes, cancer or heart disease. I have seen this as a physician. Yet, black people are still hesitant. The flu vaccine (and COVID-19 vaccine) is safe and effective most of time. Talk to your physician about all the vaccine. I believe in vaccines.![]()
On a personal note, I have had all my vaccine(s) and encouraged all my patients to do the same. (When I was in the military you didn't have a choice).![]()
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Share this information with someone who you feel can benefit from it. Tjbmd
WOW, I always wanted to be the best that I could be. This lesson needs to be talk about more among our young people.
Thank you Sir. I am a witness. Tjbmd
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Did you know? If you are young and get a virus before visiting your older parents or grandparents, you may want to stay away from them until you get medical care. All kinds of viruses causing walking pneumonia, the flu, COVID-19, and RSV are out there. If you are not appropriately diagnosed and treated, you could infect your older relative, who is most likely with preexisting medical conditions. Getting diagnosed early and appropriately treated is very important for your own health and the health of others. Tjbmd