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Public Health Epidemiology Conversations Podcast

Episode #377 Breast Cancer Awareness Conversations

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In this episode of Public Health Epidemiology Conversations, we are revisiting a recent conversation from our Public Health Roundtable Live about breast cancer awareness. Tuning in, you’ll hear from our incredible guests: Jessi Hekmati, LaShonda Richardson, and Ericka Horne. We delve into how our guests facilitate discussions about breast cancer awareness with their communities before discussing the importance of early detection of breast cancer. Hear all about how education and open communication can change the trajectory of a cancer diagnosis and be reminded to be your own health advocate. Finally, we talk about the dangers of isolating yourself from your community and avoiding difficult discussions. This is one Roundtable Live recap you don’t want to miss, so be sure to press play now!


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Conversation Highlights


  • Today’s topic: a recap of our recent Roundtable Live about breast cancer awareness.

  • Introducing today’s guests, Jessi Hekmati, LaShonda Richardson, and Ericka Horne.

  • A brief overview of each of our guests’ careers and experience in public health.

  • Why early detection of breast cancer is key to recovery and survival.

  • How we facilitate breast cancer conversations within our communities.

  • The importance of educating communities on breast cancer to increase recovery rates.

  • A reminder to know your body and be your own advocate when it comes to your health.

  • Why you shouldn’t isolate yourself from your community or be afraid to share your story.


“It seems scary and because it seems scary, people don’t want to talk about it but we have to normalize the conversation around health.” — Ericka Horne

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