Book Front CoversGiven the complexity of addressing health disparities, FrontCover serves as a kind of forum to explore not only the traditional medical sciences but also new concepts and ideas that challenge us to expand our understanding of the human condition as it relates to health inequities -- a phenomenon that reflects not only differences in genetics, healthcare, access to treatment, or clinical trial participation, but also the broader social determinants of health and health equity. Presented in no particular order of importance, are a gammut of scholarly works from medical textbooks to public health readers to reflections on historical trauma to prevention and wellness. Although the contents of these books should not be substituted for the stance or viewpoint of The Institute, we put them here to showcase the diversity, breadth, and depth of the collective impact of our network of scholars, whether as Editors, Authors, or when lending voice to a Preface or Afterword.
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Announcements
The International Myeloma Foundation, in partnership with the W. Montague Cobb/NMA Health Institute’s Cobb Scholars Program, has developed a scholars program for African American medical school students to participate in a health disparities project focused in myeloma alongside an expert in multiple myeloma. Applications close January 17, 2025.
2025 Cobb Institute Health Disparities Symposium: Howard University, Lester Henry Auditorium, 2041 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20060. Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 7:00am – 1:00pm PM EST. Our agenda will include topics in Cardiology, Cancer, Infectious diseases, Behavioral health, Focus on addressing disparities in internal medicine. The symposium is complimentary for students, scholars, and residents. More information, save the date and registration: Click here
HHS Launches National Public Education Campaign Ahead of Respiratory Virus Season. Campaign provides evidence-based information on vaccines for flu, COVID-19, and RSV. WASHINGTON (AUGUST 19, 2024) — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) launched a new national campaign today to inform the public about common respiratory viruses and available vaccines. The campaign, Risk Less. Do More., aims to increase awareness of vaccines that reduce serious illness from influenza (flu), COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in high-risk populations and to limit the spread of these viruses among all Americans. The Cobb Institute is serving as campaign partner.
Dr. Yolanda Lawson Calls for a Pivot to Mentorship & Highlights the Need for More Mentors, Networks & Collaborations. Listen to the episode.
The "Whole Person" Approach: Physiatrist Dr. Lisa Merritt on Mind, Body, Mentorship and Leadership. Listen to the episode.
Understanding Disparities in Multiple Myeloma Care with Dr. Joseph Mikhael. Listen to the episode.
Congratulations Dr. Roger Mitchell on being named as the President of the Howard University Hospital. In addition, Dr. Mitchell was just elected as the President-Elect for the National Medical Association at the 2024 Annual Convention & Scientific Assembly in NYC.
Equitable Breakthroughs in Medicine Development (EQBMED) and the W. Montague Cobb Institute are thrilled to announce a strategic partnership aimed at creating an equitable and more diverse clinical trial landscape, from participant to provider. As part of this collaboration with EQBMED, the W. Montague Cobb Institute will develop training sessions, webinars, and workshops, to train and retain health care providers and researchers, while creating a pathway for medical students and young professionals to enter the field of clinical trial research. By collaborating with medical education programs, EQBMED and the W. Montague Cobb Institute aim to inspire the next generation of clinical researchers and increase diversity within the field.
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J. Robert Gladden Orthopedic Society 2024 Grants Available -Learn more about the program here.
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PAST EVENT ANNOUNCMENTS
Risk Less. Do More. Learn about the importance of flu, COVID-19, and RSV vaccines during the 2024–2025 season, with Dr. LaQuandra S. Nesbitt. As a professor at The George Washington University, she leads the Center for Population Health Sciences and Health Equity. This is a YouTube Livestream event in partnership with The Cobb Institute, BlackDoctor.org and the "Risk Less. Do More" campaign. Join us online, Thursday November 14th, at 7pm EST. More information here.
The 2024 Annual Summit "Health Equity: Solutions from Healthcare Leaders" will take place November 14 – November 15, 2024 in Atlanta, GA at The Whitley. The Movement is Life Summit is a collaborative event bringing together stakeholders from diverse backgrounds to discuss health equity challenges and actionable solutions. The Summit features nationally known expert speakers on health disparities and social determinants of health. Summit attendees also engage with each other in workshops focused on social issues and creative movement activities. More information, program and registration CLICK HERE
TSU-BCM P20 CURED Webinar: ENROLLMENT AND RETENTION OF RACIAL AND ETHNIC MINORITY IN CLINICAL RESEARCH. Date & Time: November 20, 2024 01:00 PM ET. Description: This also features 1.0 CHW unaccredited CEU hours. VERONICA AJEWOLE - MWEMA, PHARM.D., BCOP P20 CURED TSU Principal Investigator, Moderator. RAYNE ROUCE, M.D. P20 CURED BCM Principal Investigator Texas Southern University, Speaker and panelist. https://linktr.ee/tsubcmp20cured