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Health Inequalities Podcast
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In the first episode of the BLMK Health Conversations podcast, we are celebrating Black History Month and discussing how we engage with the broad cultural landscape in our area.
We also look at what we can do to tackle health inequalities both regionally and nationally.
Joining the podcast are three special guests:
- Rev. Lloyd Denny is a church pastor who is also supporting a review of the inequalities in our health system.
- Kathy Nelson, head of the cancer network for Bedford, Luton and Milton Keynes.
- Shae Eccleston, a creative consultant, author and corporate trainer specializing in equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI).
To listen to the Podcast:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/38gkk0nCImmvbbI1CKuVVD?si=08a2a51947094855
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/blmk-health-conversations-on/id1591415787
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Have suggestions for future podcast episodes? Let us know at blmkccg.communications@nhs.net
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