Racism is a Public Health Crisis

Road to SoulJoy Wellness - Episode 2 Overview: Welcome to "Road to SoulJoy Wellness: The Podcast," where hosts Joy Williams and Nadine. Heusner explore the journey to living your best life on purpose. In this episode, they delve into the declaration by the New York City Board of Health that racism is a public health challenge. The hosts discuss historical instances, the emotional and health impacts of racism, and how it permeates various aspects of daily life. Detail: The hosts reflect on the recent declaration by the New York City Board of Health, acknowledging racism as a public health challenge. They highlight the historical context of racism affecting emotional health, communities, education, and professional life. The hosts share insights on the resolutions proposed by the Board of Health and the need for accountability. The discussion expands to the disproportionate effects of COVID on Black, Latino, and Native American communities, citing racism as a contributing factor. Personal experiences, such as distrust of healthcare based on historical events like the Tuskegee experiment, are explored. The hosts stress the importance of being one's own advocate in the healthcare system and the challenges faced by Black individuals in receiving proper care. The conversation touches on environmental justice, redlining, and the compounding effects of societal decisions on health. The hosts discuss the intersectionality of racism with economics, housing, and health, challenging the narrative of personal responsibility. Resolutions from the New York City Board of Health are highlighted, with an emphasis on accountability, research, and collaboration. The hosts express the need for collective advocacy, awareness of toxic products, and self-empowerment in creating change. The episode concludes with a call for individual responsibility and the importance of allies in the fight against racism. Word of the Day  Jeremiah 30:17  AMP ‘For I will restore health to you and I will heal your wounds,’ says the Lord,‘Because they have called you an outcast, saying: “This is Zion; no one seeks her and no one cares for her.”’ Quote of the Day  Predujice is a burden that confuses the past, threatens the future, and renders the present inaccessible. ~ Maya Angelou Credits: Host: Joy Williams (https://www.instagram.com/souljoywellness/) Host: Nadine Heusner (https://www.instagram.com/thepractice20/) Producer: Kim Rabsatt (https://www.instagram.com/patoisproduction/) Announcer: Sabrina Haskett Music: Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io Produced By White Hot