Black women have the shortest survival rate, and highest death rates, of any group in the United States. We discuss the roots and realities of the troubling health care disparity, which is found across the medical industry, from the delivery room to the cancer ward.
Guests:
- Keitha Nelson, Good Morning Jacksonville anchor at First Coast News, creator of the Untold Truth series.
- Dr. Chandra Adams, OBGYN and women's health care economist.
- Dr. Chris DeStephano, gynecologic surgeon.
Then, behind the headliners. We meet some of the local talent taking the stage — and side stages — at the Jacksonville Jazz Fest, and discuss the artists featured at the Jazz Piano Competition on May 22 at The Florida Theatre and at the Jazz Jam on May 24 at Intuition Ale Works.
Guests:
- John Lumpkin, jazz artist, educator and founder of the Jazz Discovery Series.
- Tori Peoples, director of institutional advancement at Jacksonville Arts & Music School.
- Langston Oliver, jazz trumpeter.
And, exploring the intricate beauty of Islamic architectural design. We preview a hands-on workshop exploring the geometric artistry of the Alhambra Palace in Spain, a benefit in support of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. The event on Saturday will include a lecture, a guided drawing session and a Mediterranean dinner.
Guests:
- Dima Kroma, visual artist and youth and family programs manager at the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
- Dr. Muhamad Alhaj Moustafa, hematologist and medical oncologist.
