This time on Code WACK!How have health clinics that perform abortions been affected by the reversal of Roe vs. Wade one year ago? What kind of legal challenges have there been to individual states' limitations on abortion since then? To find out, we spoke to Cat Duffy, a policy analyst in the National Health Law Program’s Washington DC office. This is the second part of our recent interview on the state of abortion access in America.

This time on Code WACK! How have health clinics that perform abortions been affected by the reversal of Roe vs. Wade one year ago? What kind of legal challenges have there been to individual states' limitations on abortion since then? To find out, we spoke to Cat Duffy, a policy analyst in the National Health Law Program’s Washington DC office. This is the second part of our recent interview on the state of abortion access in America.

New from Code WACK, Winning an Equitable Abortion Landscape

This time on Code WACK!Now that the COVID health emergency has ended and millions of Americans are losing Medicaid coverage, we’re thinking about the nearly two million Americans who never got it in the first place because their state did not adopt the Medicaid expansion back in 2014. How did this affect them? To find out, we’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes about radio personality and performance artist,  Eliska Hahn, who was struggling with multiple sclerosis while living in a state that did not accept the ACA’s Medicaid expansion. How did she avoid financial ruin? This oldie but goodie episode is an excellent reminder of why we need Medicare for All in America.

This time on Code WACK! Now that the COVID health emergency has ended and millions of Americans are losing Medicaid coverage, we’re thinking about the nearly two million Americans who never got it in the first place because their state did not adopt the Medicaid expansion back in 2014. How did this affect them? To find out, we’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes about radio personality and performance artist, Eliska Hahn, who was struggling with multiple sclerosis while living in a state that did not accept the ACA’s Medicaid expansion. How did she avoid financial ruin? This oldie but goodie episode is an excellent reminder of why we need Medicare for All in America.

New from Code WACK, One woman’s struggle for care in America's South, without Medicaid

What are the most common concerns of doctors about Medicare for All? Would reforming America's broken healthcare system improve - or worsen - doctors’ lives? How does the focus on corporate profits impact doctors’ experience? To find out, we spoke to Dr. David Leibowitz, hematologist-oncologist and past chair of Physicians for a National Health Program - California, a non-partisan voluntary organization that supports equitable access to high quality health care as a right to all people.

What are the most common concerns of doctors about Medicare for All? Would reforming America's broken healthcare system improve - or worsen - doctors’ lives? How does the focus on corporate profits impact doctors’ experience? To find out, we spoke to Dr. David Leibowitz, hematologist-oncologist and past chair of Physicians for a National Health Program - California, a non-partisan voluntary organization that supports equitable access to high quality health care as a right to all people.

New from Code WACK, Burnout is wearing doctors down.  Could Medicare for All help?

This time on Code WACK!This Independence Day we’re thinking about freedom to pursue our dreams. The high cost of health care makes it difficult or impossible for Americans to afford higher education, or retirement, and the impact on business is severe too, as employers struggle to afford health care for their workers. Thirteen years after the Affordable Care Act passed, health care in America is still marked by inequity and spiraling costs. Could single payer free us to pursue our dreams of financial security and independence?To find out, join Ian Lewis, political &amp; research director at the National Union of Healthcare Workers, and a board member of California’s Office of Health Care Affordability.

This time on Code WACK! This Independence Day we’re thinking about freedom to pursue our dreams. The high cost of health care makes it difficult or impossible for Americans to afford higher education, or retirement, and the impact on business is severe too, as employers struggle to afford health care for their workers. Thirteen years after the Affordable Care Act passed, health care in America is still marked by inequity and spiraling costs. Could single payer free us to pursue our dreams of financial security and independence? To find out, join Ian Lewis, political &amp; research director at the National Union of Healthcare Workers, and a board member of California’s Office of Health Care Affordability.

New From Code WACK, Saving the American Economy with Single Payer: A Second Look

It’s been one year now since the Supreme Court overturned the landmark Roe vs. Wade ruling, and reversed five decades of legal precedent. The Dobbs v Jackson decision returned the power to regulate abortion to individual states. What has that meant for abortion access in America? To find out, we spoke to Cat Duffy, a policy analyst in the National Health Law Program’s Washington, DC office. She holds a doctorate and works on reproductive and sexual healthcare access and services with a particular focus on abortion coverage and access.

It’s been one year now since the Supreme Court overturned the landmark Roe vs. Wade ruling, and reversed five decades of legal precedent. The Dobbs v Jackson decision returned the power to regulate abortion to individual states. What has that meant for abortion access in America? To find out, we spoke to Cat Duffy, a policy analyst in the National Health Law Program’s Washington, DC office. She holds a doctorate and works on reproductive and sexual healthcare access and services with a particular focus on abortion coverage and access.

New from Code WACK, 'Mass uncertainty:'  America's abortion landscape in the post-Dobbs era

This time on Code WACK!April Valentine knew that Black women were more likely to die from a pregnancy or child-related cause -- and tried to beat the odds with careful research, preparation and a supportive birthing team. So why did the 31-year-old die at an L.A.- area hospital while in labor with her baby girl?To find out, we spoke to April’s doula, Stanis Askew, who works with Frontline Doulas, a perinatal health program that connects Black families with Black doulas. While the incident remains under investigation, here is April’s tragic story told through the eyes of her doula.

This time on Code WACK! April Valentine knew that Black women were more likely to die from a pregnancy or child-related cause -- and tried to beat the odds with careful research, preparation and a supportive birthing team. So why did the 31-year-old die at an L.A.- area hospital while in labor with her baby girl? To find out, we spoke to April’s doula, Stanis Askew, who works with Frontline Doulas, a perinatal health program that connects Black families with Black doulas. While the incident remains under investigation, here is April’s tragic story told through the eyes of her doula.

New from Code WACK, When a healthy pregnancy turns deadly.  The story of April Valentine.

What exactly is a doula and how does it differ from a midwife? How can doulas support those who are most likely to die from giving birth? To find out, we spoke to Stanis Askew, a full spectrum doula in Southern California who helps families from conception until after birth. She works with Frontline Doulas, a perinatal health program connecting Black families with Black doulas, and is passionate about elevating the Black birth experience.

What exactly is a doula and how does it differ from a midwife? How can doulas support those who are most likely to die from giving birth? To find out, we spoke to Stanis Askew, a full spectrum doula in Southern California who helps families from conception until after birth. She works with Frontline Doulas, a perinatal health program connecting Black families with Black doulas, and is passionate about elevating the Black birth experience.

New from Code WACK, Unheard: Pain, Denial & the Black Birth Experience

This time on Code WACK!In honor of pride month, we’re examining the pivotal role the LGBTQ+ community has played in advocating for healthcare reform. Is it just a coincidence that most of California's single-payer bills have been introduced by lawmakers in the LGBTQ+ community? How can we further galvanize the community around this life-saving issue? To find out, we spoke with Michael Lighty, president of the Healthy California Now Coalition, and former constituency director for Bernie 2020.

This time on Code WACK! In honor of pride month, we’re examining the pivotal role the LGBTQ+ community has played in advocating for healthcare reform. Is it just a coincidence that most of California's single-payer bills have been introduced by lawmakers in the LGBTQ+ community? How can we further galvanize the community around this life-saving issue? To find out, we spoke with Michael Lighty, president of the Healthy California Now Coalition, and former constituency director for Bernie 2020.

New from Code WACK, Sex, Stigma & the 'Murderous Logic' of the Healthcare Industry.

In honor of Pride month, we’re examining LGBTQ activism in health care. How did the HIV/AIDS crisis devastate the community and what pushed many members toward militant activism? What can the Medicare for All movement learn from AIDS activists? To find out, we spoke with Michael Lighty, president of the Healthy California Now Coalition, and former constituency director for Bernie 2020.

In honor of Pride month, we’re examining LGBTQ activism in health care. How did the HIV/AIDS crisis devastate the community and what pushed many members toward militant activism? What can the Medicare for All movement learn from AIDS activists? To find out, we spoke with Michael Lighty, president of the Healthy California Now Coalition, and former constituency director for Bernie 2020.

New from Code WACK, 'Silence = Death:' What single-payer advocates can learn from AIDS activists

Why do Black women have a 5-year mortality risk from endometrial cancer that’s 90 percent higher than White women? Is it about race or racism – and what can we do about it? To find out, we spoke with Dr. Diljeet Singh, a women’s health advocate and integrative gynecologic oncologist who has practiced for nearly 25 years. She’s also the vice president of Physicians for a National Health Program, which advocates for Medicare for All.

Why do Black women have a 5-year mortality risk from endometrial cancer that’s 90 percent higher than White women? Is it about race or racism – and what can we do about it? To find out, we spoke with Dr. Diljeet Singh, a women’s health advocate and integrative gynecologic oncologist who has practiced for nearly 25 years. She’s also the vice president of Physicians for a National Health Program, which advocates for Medicare for All.

New from Code WACK, The shocking influence of skin color on health care

Nurse Talk

Donna Smith

Healthcare Activist and Executive Director of Progressive Democrats of America-- Donna Smith takes on the latest assaults on the U.S. Healthcare system--most notably the dismantling of the Affordable Healthcare Act. Pre-existing conditions are the latest obstacle collateral damage. Donna also talks about the horrific border policies that are resulting in infants, toddlers and parents being separated.

Nurse Talk's Healthcare In America With Donna Smith

This week we're talking about Hospice grappling with stolen meds during this time of the Opioid crisis. It is critical that hospice patients receive pain meds to comfort them but in some cases the meds are being stolen by family members or others. What can be done? And the GOP case against the ACA's preexisting condition protections is being heard in a Texas court room. What happens if they prevail? All this and more on Nurse Talk this week

All New This Week On Progressive Voices Tune In

There were 1.7 million new cases of cancer diagnosed in 2016. Prostate cancer was the most common cancer among males (21%), followed by lung (14%) and colorectal (8%) cancers. Among females, breast (29%), lung (13%), and colorectal (8%) cancers were the most common.  Two of those cases were personal. Nurse Talk Co-host Casey Hobbs and her sister Vicki talk about their personal journey.

There were 1.7 million new cases of cancer diagnosed in 2016. Prostate cancer was the most common cancer among males (21%), followed by lung (14%) and colorectal (8%) cancers. Among females, breast (29%), lung (13%), and colorectal (8%) cancers were the most common. Two of those cases were personal. Nurse Talk Co-host Casey Hobbs and her sister Vicki talk about their personal journey.

Both diagnosed with Cancer in 2016, two sisters talk about their journey.

How do you keep going when the doctors give you a two percent chance of survival? For Terri Tate, it was a blend of faith, perseverance, prescription-strength humor—and most of all, a heart that never quit. "A Crooked Smile", Terri's memoir, is the irresistible story of her journey through diagnosis, surgeries, the labyrinth of modern health care, and into surprising new adventures in self-discovery. YOU MUST listen to this podcast with Terri. You will get in touch with gratitude and grace.Terri Tate is a clinical nurse specialist, teacher, and humorist. Terri was first diagnosed with oral cancer in 1991, and is now a nationally recognized speaker; a consultant and therapist who uses lessons from her own struggle to help support anyone facing life challenges.

How do you keep going when the doctors give you a two percent chance of survival? For Terri Tate, it was a blend of faith, perseverance, prescription-strength humor—and most of all, a heart that never quit. "A Crooked Smile", Terri's memoir, is the irresistible story of her journey through diagnosis, surgeries, the labyrinth of modern health care, and into surprising new adventures in self-discovery. YOU MUST listen to this podcast with Terri. You will get in touch with gratitude and grace. Terri Tate is a clinical nurse specialist, teacher, and humorist. Terri was first diagnosed with oral cancer in 1991, and is now a nationally recognized speaker; a consultant and therapist who uses lessons from her own struggle to help support anyone facing life challenges.

A renowned humorist and oral cancer survivor shares her inspirational story.

Writer, filmmaker and social activist Jennifer Nix joins us to share about how she saved 90% on her anti-rejection medications while on vacation in Spain...and how her story led her to Bernie Sanders's Senate office to meet his powerhouse social media team. Jennifer had a kidney transplant in 2009 and has written extensively about her experience.

Why do identical medications in Spain cost 90% less than they do here?

Amy Bowen

Flexibility is key when you are volunteering for a large-scale disaster such as the recent hurricane in Houston. RN Amy Bowen just returned from a week in Houston and Beaumont. Amy talks about how she and her fellow nurses from the Registered Nurse Response Network worked side by side with local medical professionals, who were also volunteering--to give aid to those in need. She came away inspired by the strength and resolve of those she met.

RN Amy Bowen Talks About Her Experience As A Volunteer In Houston

Deborah Burger

This week we share one of the most critical Nurse Talk Radio interviews of 2018---The State of the Nurses’ Union with RN and Co-President of National Nurses United, Deborah Burger. At a time when the Republican Party is set on the destruction of organized labor in this country National Nurses United (the largest Union of Registered Nurses with over 150,000 members) is gaining members and momentum both nationally and globally. "When fighting for our patients, nurses are stronger when we come together" said Burger.

NNU RN and Co-President Deborah Burger with annual "2018 state of the nurses’ union".

Having failed to repeal the expansion of Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act, the Trump Administration wants to open the door for states to dismantle this essential safety net program by allowing them new ways to deny care. Director of Public Policy for National Nurses United, and Sanders Institute Fellow, Michael Lighty visits with Nurse Talk for this Special Edition Podcast.

New Medicaid Work Requirements Will Deny More Care

Mallory Smith

Salt in My Soul: An Unfinished Life by Mallory Smith by Nurse Talk

Salt in My Soul: An Unfinished Life by Mallory Smith

Don Nielsen

SB 562 needs you! Don Nielsen, Director of Government Relations for California Nurses Association joins Nurse Talk Radio for an update on SB 562 the Healthy California Act. There is still time to call your California Assembly Members and tell them to support the bill. Why did Assembly Speaker Rendon table it? Listen to the podcast for the latest news.

Update on SB 562 with Don Nielsen, Director of Government Relations for CNA

Barbara Sattler

The Green New Deal (GND) is a set of proposed economic stimulus programs in the United States that aim to address climate change and economic inequality. ... The Green New Deal combines Roosevelt's economic approach with modern ideas such as renewable energy and resource efficiency. At least according to Wikipedia that is.

RN, NP, USF Professor Barbara Sattler Talks About The Green New Deal

Zenei Cortez

President of National Nurses United Zenei Cortez joins Nurse Talk Radio this week with highlights from D.C. Lobby Day and the first Medicare for All congressional hearing in ten years. "I was so moved and the testimony at the hearing and our rally was so compelling I don't know how a person could not have been moved by these healthcare stories", said Cortez.

National Nurses United President Zenei Cortez talks about victorious week in D.C.

Mayo Clinic Health System’s decision to effectively close the Albert Lea hospital and turn it into an outpatient and surgery center will disrupt patient care and cost the community hundreds of jobs, including nurses and other healthcare employees, over the next few years, according to MNA nurses at the facility. “Albert Lea residents are losing their community hospital and will have to travel long distances for the quality healthcare they now enjoy close to home,” said MNA Albert Lea spokesperson Kathy Lehman, RN.

Minnesota Nurses Say Mayo Plan Disrupts Patient Care, Costs Hundreds of Jobs

More than 100 million American adults suffer from acid reflux driving nearly $15 billion in annual sales of anti-reflux drugs. But can children get acid reflux too?  Surprisingly, the answer is yes. Symptoms in children can include poor sleeping, noisy breathing, allergies, ear infections, asthma, croup, throat infections, and a "chronic cold." Often presenting as silent respiratory reflux, which is not easily detected by pediatricians, the disease can go untreated for an entire childhood—leading to rounds of ineffective medications, emergency room visits, and even unnecessary surgeries. Dr. Jamie Koufman talks about what every parent should know about Reflux in Infants, Children and Teens. She is a frequent guest on Nurse Talk and is one of the world’s leading authorities on reflux. For more than three decades, Dr.  Koufman’s groundbreaking research and writings have focused on acid reflux as it affects the voice and respiratory system. She is the Founder and Director of the Voice &amp; Reflux Institute of New York.

What Every Parent Should Know About Acid Reflux In Children...

Ever been the target of a workplace bully? Andrew Faas, the author of the new book, "From Bully To Bull's Eye" has first hand experience as a bully and a victim of bullying. It cost him his high profile corporate job and caused serious illness. According to a 2015 Harvard University study, more than 120,000 deaths a year may be due to stress related to bullying---resulting in 5-8% of annual healthcare costs. http://www.andrewfaas.com/bully-to-bulls-eye/

Ever been the target of a workplace bully? Andrew Faas, the author of the new book, "From Bully To Bull's Eye" has first hand experience as a bully and a victim of bullying. It cost him his high profile corporate job and caused serious illness. According to a 2015 Harvard University study, more than 120,000 deaths a year may be due to stress related to bullying---resulting in 5-8% of annual healthcare costs. <a href="http://www.andrewfaas.com/bully-to-bulls-eye/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.andrewfaas.com/bully-to-bulls-eye/</a>

Workplace bullying is a real and present danger. How bad is it?

WHAT IS OOLA?Oola-la … that’s what life feels like when you’re in the sweet spot, when your life is balanced, and growing in the 7 key areas of health and well-being (the 7 F’s of Oola): fitness, finance, family, field (career), faith, friends and fun. It’s more than a best-selling book series, it’s a lifestyle.To hop on the Oola Bus visit https://www.oolalife.com/

WHAT IS OOLA? Oola-la … that’s what life feels like when you’re in the sweet spot, when your life is balanced, and growing in the 7 key areas of health and well-being (the 7 F’s of Oola): fitness, finance, family, field (career), faith, friends and fun. It’s more than a best-selling book series, it’s a lifestyle. To hop on the Oola Bus visit <a href="https://www.oolalife.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.oolalife.com/</a>

1 Bus. 2 Guys. 50 States. 1 Million Dreams...

Being diagnosed with cancer begins a journey that no one is prepared for, least of all me. I thought I made a bargain with God that if I was a good nurse I would not ever get cancer. Wrong. I also thought that since I accompanied friends with cancer through their treatments and a myriad of patients that I would be prepared for what was to come. Wrong again.

Part 2- From The Other Side Of The Nurse/Patient Divide, RN & Co-Host Casey Hobbs

Johns Hopkins

As RN's at Johns Hopkins Hospital continue their campaign to form a union, the hospital pushes back with intimidation tactics and a campaign of disinformation. “Many units are hemorrhaging experienced nurses, which puts our patients in danger and our licenses at risk. When one nurse has to double their patient load, so their coworker can take a much-needed break, our patients are in danger. When nurses are forced to pick up overtime shifts in order to support themselves and their families, our patients are at risk", a quote from the Organizing Committee letter. This week Nurse Talk spoke with RN Danny Andazola about the campaign. Danny has been a nurse for five years and is part of the efforts to form the union. The nurses at Johns Hopkins reached out to National Nurses United, the nation’s largest organization of RN’s with over 150,000 members nationwide.

A Conversation With Johns Hopkins RN Danny Andazola

Wendell Potter

Wendell Potter is known to many of us for his courageous stand against the healthcare industry. Having served as a corporate executive for Cigna and Humana for 20 years he left his job and decided to expose the unsavory PR practices of the insurance giants. Wendell went on to write two books, Deadly Spin and Nation on the Take. He is a strong advocate for truth in journalism and has just unveiled his new project called Tarbell. Please take a few minutes and listen to the wisdom of Wendell Potter. https://www.tarbell.org.

Wendell Potter is known to many of us for his courageous stand against the healthcare industry. Having served as a corporate executive for Cigna and Humana for 20 years he left his job and decided to expose the unsavory PR practices of the insurance giants. Wendell went on to write two books, Deadly Spin and Nation on the Take. He is a strong advocate for truth in journalism and has just unveiled his new project called Tarbell. Please take a few minutes and listen to the wisdom of Wendell Potter. <a href="https://www.tarbell.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.tarbell.org</a>.

A Conversation With Consumer Advocate And Author Wendell Potter.

This week on Nurse Talk ---Nancy Altman co-author of "Social Security Works" helps bust the MYTH that social security is going bankrupt. NO-- it isn't. AND --Casey &amp; Shayne introduce and sign some executive orders of their own. Healthcare In America Senior Correspondent, Donna Smith talks "repeal and no replace" and more.

NO--Social Security Is Not Going Broke! Let's talk about "repeal and no replace"...

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