Supporting Sponsor for "Pregnancy & Prejudice" on Kansas City PBS:
Beyond the Symptoms: A Town Hall on Women’s Health
Women’s health is under-researched, with many struggling to receive diagnoses and treatment for common conditions. Presented by Kansas City PBS, in partnership with American Public Square and Shirley’s Kitchen Cabinet, this town hall discussion addresses these challenges and offers tools for women to advocate for their health.
"Beyond the Symptoms" will offer a discussion highlighting the struggle many women face in doctor’s offices around the country. Expert panelists will discuss the history of women’s health, patient experience challenges for women and what it will take to ensure stronger advocacy for women’s health issues in the medical community.
The discussion will be moderated by Michele Watley, communication consultant and founder of Shirley’s Kitchen Cabinet.
Panelists:
- Dr. Robbie Harriford, M.D., chief medical officer and lead women’s health provider – Samuel U. Rodgers Health Center
- Dr. Carla Keirns, M.D., physician, historian of medicine, and clinical ethicist - University of Kansas
- Dr. Megan Madrigal, M.D. OB-GYN, clinical assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology – University of Kansas Medical Center
- Hakima Payne, founder and executive director – Uzazi Village
Beyond the SymptomsBeyond the Symptoms: Women's Health Town Hall
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Pregnancy & Prejudice
DocuCourse's Pregnancy & Prejudice is a powerful and eye-opening documentary that chronicles the extraordinary life of Sherry “Mama Hakima” Payne, an inspiring nurse and doula advocate for Black infant and maternal health. In a healthcare system riddled with prejudice and systemic biases, Mama Hakima has dedicated her life to combating the alarming disparities that afflict Black mothers and infants.
The (M) Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause
A silent epidemic affects millions of American women, resulting in billions in lost wages, upended careers, family disruptions, and emotional chaos. This film confronts the neglected menopause crisis, challenging societal and medical shortcomings, and advocating for a revolutionary approach to women's health in America where she’s prepared for midlife.
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