Public Health Ivy: Recent Episodes
Christina Bernard
Tina, the Public Health Ivy, is a public health educator that is dedicated to bringing a voice to health education, equity, and advocacy within marginalized and underserved communities.
So the first three months for me was hell on wheels. Here’s a bit into what I was feeling during that time.
It’s been a while! But, I’m back with a fresh take, hopefully a fresh start, and lots to talk about Lupus. May is recognized as Lupus Awareness Month and I plan to share some stories, increase awareness, and just talk about what this disease is and how to make the best of things.
Jamila was diagnosed at the height of the pandemic, underwent treatment through the pandemic, and is now navigating survivorship in our current stages of the pandemic. Here is her story, from her heart to your ears.
Taja has outlived her mother and is navigating what that means with a potential lifetime risk. Here is her story, from her heart to your ears.
Vanessa has undergone genetic testing for the BRCA gene from the advice of her dear mother. Here is her story, from her heart to your ears.
LaTesha was diagnosed with stage 3 metastatic breast cancer just before her 39th birthday. Here is her story, from her heart to your ears.
Allow me to introduce myself, my name is... not Hov. My name is Tina, I am a health educator, and I'm here to help things make a bit more sense. Public health has been cast into the spotlight and a lot of people don't know what the field truly entails. This space is where we are going to bridge that gap! Grab a snack, a pen and pad, and follow along while I make public health easy and palatable for the everyday person.