Elgloria Harrison, Dean of Health Sciences, Human Services, and Nursing and Director of the CUNY Institute for Health Equity, hosts Your Health Equity Matters, a monthly podcast that explores health topics important to the Bronx community and beyond, with a special focus on equity. Each month, she welcomes experts to discuss key issues impacting Black and Brown communities and examines how health equity plays a role in addressing them.
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In Episode 10 of Your Health Equity Matters, Dean Elgloria Harrison talks with Diana Macri, Assistant Professor in the Dental Hygiene Unit at Hostos Community College, and Dr. George Jenkins, a nationally recognized dentist with over 20 years of experience, about the link between oral care and overall health. Drawing on their experiences, they share practical tips for maintaining healthy teeth and gums and explain how good dental habits contribute to long-term well-being.lehman.edu/hs2nTime Stamps00:00 - Introduction to Your Health Equity Matters01:05 - Statistics on US Dental Care Shortages01:50 - Guest Introductions: Prof. Diana Macra & Dr. George Jenkins04:19 - The Connection Between Oral Hygiene and Systemic Health05:49 - Real-World Impacts of Oral Health on Well-Being08:00 - How Oral Inflammation Relates to Mental Health11:03 - Mobile Dental Clinics and Community Outreach15:46 - Representation and Workforce Shortages in Dentistry24:12 - Financial Barriers and Barriers to Accessing Care31:37 - Essential Oral Hygiene Tips & Preventive Advice
15 Sept 2026
BONUS EPISODE: Heat Health with Dr. Julian Watkins
In this bonus episode of Your Health Equity Matters, Dean Elgloria Harrison speaks with Dr. Julian Watkins about how to stay safe during heat waves.00:00:00 - Introduction to Your Health Equity Matters00:01:26 - Introducing Guest Dr. Julian Watkins00:02:43 - Why Extreme Heat Impacts Health00:03:34 - Populations Most Vulnerable to Heat Waves00:05:42 - Chronic Health Conditions & Medication Risks00:06:53 - Urban Heat Islands & City Temperatures00:08:05 - Tips to Safely Navigate Hot Summer Weather00:09:41 - Understanding Heat Stress & Its Warning Signs00:11:04 - Accessing Cooling Centers & City Tree Cover00:13:56 - Community Connection & Checking on Neighbors
27 Jul 2026
Breaking the Stigma: Mental Health Care for Black and Latino Men
In Episode 9 of Your Health Equity Matters, Dean Elgloria Harrison talks with Roger Ball, a licensed clinical social worker, about why mental health is a critical issue for men, especially among Black and Latino men in the U.S.Drawing on his years of working with individuals and groups, Roger shares practical advice for promoting well-being and breaking stigma. Together, they explore the challenges men face and the ways communities can provide support.lehman.edu/hs2nTime Stamps00:00:00 – Introduction & Health Equity Focus00:01:04 – Key Statistics on Black Mental Health Disparities00:01:57 – Introducing Guest Expert Dr. Roger Ball00:03:30 – Defining Mental Health Beyond the Basics00:05:00 – How COVID-19 Exposed Existing Infrastructural Crises00:07:00 – Dr. Roger Ball on His Book & Lived Experiences00:10:35 – Conditioning, Masculinity, & Emotional Suppression00:14:00 – Differences in Community Support & Retreating in Isolation00:16:05 – Where Men Can Find Care Beyond Clinical Spaces00:21:06 – Breaking the Stigma Around Seeking Mental Health Support
30 Jun 2026
Prostate Cancer
In Episode 8 of Your Health Equity Matters, Dean Elgloria Harrison sits down with Carl Kirton, editor-in-chief of the American Journal of Nursing, for an in-depth conversation about prostate cancer and the importance of men’s health. Together, they talk about awareness, prevention and why speaking openly about health matters.https://www.lehman.edu/academics/health-human-services-nursing/
2 Jun 2026
Mammogram Screening
In Episode 7 of Your Health Equity Matters, Dean Elgloria Harrison discusses mammogram screening and early detection with Associate Professor Alsacia Pacsi and Department Chair and Associate Professor Collette Brown. The episode highlights screening guidelines, barriers to access, and the importance of equitable breast health care for all communities.https://www.lehman.edu/academics/health-human-services-nursing/
25 May 2026
Navigating Health Insurance Changes
Understanding and navigating changes in health insurance coverage is the focus for Episode 6 of Your Health Equity Matters, Dean Elgloria Harrison and Assistant Professor Amy White (Health, Research, Administration, and Technology -HEArT) discuss what individuals need to know when their insurance changes and how access, affordability, and equity impact health outcomes.lehman.edu/hs2n
00:00 - Introduction & Episode Overview
02:15 - Navigating Changes in Health Insurance
05:00 - What to Do When Your Coverage Changes
07:45 - Understanding Health Equity & Healthcare Access
10:30 - Addressing Affordability & Out-of-Pocket Costs
13:15 - How Insurance Shifts Impact Health Outcomes
16:00 - The Role of Research, Tech & Administration (HEArT)
18:45 - Actionable Steps for Individuals & Families
21:30 - Resources & Navigating Institutional Support
24:15 - Key Takeaways & Closing Remarks
19 May 2026
National Nurses Month - Bonus Episode!
On this bonus episode of Your Health Equity Matters, host Elgloria Harrison, Dean of Health Sciences, Human Services, and Nursing, celebrates National Nurses Month with a conversation on the impact of nursing on health equity.She speaks with journalist and author Sarah DiGregorio about her new book, Taking Care: The Story of Nursing and Its Power to Change Our World, exploring the stories behind nursing and its vital role in caring for communities.Tune in and subscribe, and let us know what health topics you’d like to hear next.https://lehman.edu/academics/health-human-services-nursing/
4 May 2026
Women & Heart Health
In Episode 5 of Your Health Equity Matters, Elgloria Harrison discusses heart health—the leading cause of death among women. Assistant Professor Tailisha Gonzalez joins the conversation to address risk factors, prevention strategies and the role health equity plays in improving cardiovascular outcomes for women.
Lehman College School of Health Sciences, Human Services and Nursing - https://lehman.edu/academics/health-human-services-nursing/
23 Mar 2026
Trauma-Informed Care for Mental Health
Episode 4 of Your Health Equity Matters examines trauma-informed care and its importance in supporting mental health. Elgloria Harrison speaks with Erica Ponteen and Sara Kotzin about recognizing trauma, creating supportive environments, and improving access to mental health services through an equity-centered lens. lehman.edu/hs2n
5 Mar 2026
Hypertension: The Silent Killer
In Episode 3 of Your Health Equity Matters, Dean Elgloria Harrison explores hypertension, often referred to as the “silent killer.” Joined by Assistant Professor Sheila Hankin of the Department of Nursing at Lehman College and Associate Professor Kimberly Souffront of the Icahn School of Medicine, the discussion focuses on risk factors, prevention, and management of high blood pressure, with an emphasis on how hypertension disproportionately impacts Black and Brown communities.
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5 Feb 2026
Preventing RSV, Influenza and COVID with Vaccines
In Episode 2 of Your Health Equity Matters, Dean Elgloria Harrison is joined by Lehman College Nursing Department Chair Natasha Nurse-Clarke and Deputy Chair Darcel Reyes to discuss why vaccines are a critical part of disease prevention. The conversation focuses on RSV, influenza, and COVID-19, and how vaccination supports individuals living with asthma. Learn how vaccines protect both individual and community health.Learn about Lehman College's School of Health Sciences, Human Services and Nursing: https://lehman.edu/academics/health-human-services-nursing/ (https://lehman.edu/academics/health-human-services-nursing/)
5 Feb 2026
Understanding Health Equity
On the inaugural episode of Your Health Equity Matters, host Elgloria Harrison, Dean of Health Sciences, Human Services, and Nursing, introduces the goals of the podcast – to explore health topics that matter to the Bronx community and beyond with a special focus on equity.
Every month, she’ll welcome experts to help dive into important issues impacting Black and Brown communities and explore how health equity plays a role in addressing them. In Episode 1, Elgloria sits down with Shirley Torho, President and CEO of Black Health, who explains the meaning of health equity, the difference between disparities and inequities, and how to advocate for your health. Watch for practical takeaways, and drop a comment to let us know what health topics you want us to cover next!
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