(Re-Release) More Than A Diabetic Episode 1: Medical Racism, Misdiagnosis & Stereotypes

This week, we’re re-releasing Episode 1 of More Than a Diabetic.
Rob and Eritrea talk with a panel of individuals from the diabetes
online community, including Mila Clark Buckley, Chelsea Rice,
Taylor Johnson, Taylor Beddick, Shaw Struthers, and Dr. Roy
Collins. The episode focuses on discussing medical racism,
misdiagnosis, and stereotypes, particularly highlighting the
experiences of black people with diabetes. The conversation
emphasizes the importance of representation, addressing disparities
in healthcare, and the significance of online communities for
support and education. Topics discussed: 1. Disparities in Diabetes
Care for Black Communities    - Highlighting the
higher risk of diabetes among African Americans.
   - Lack of attention to health issues specific to
black and brown communities.    - Historical
imbalances in healthcare contributing to disparities.
   - Impact of socioeconomic factors on health
outcomes. 2. Importance of Representation in Healthcare
   - Underrepresentation of people of color in
medical research.    - Lack of diverse
representation in healthcare organizations.    -
Urgency to address disparities in research on diabetes and eating
disorders.    - Need for deeper understanding of
complexities within communities. 3. Challenges Faced by Black
Individuals with Diabetes    - Dealing with racism,
lack of understanding, and support.    - Importance
of community and providing context for effective solutions.
   - Advocacy for understanding different
perspectives and standing up against racism.    -
Significance of online communities for support and education. 4.
Racial Biases in Diabetes Care    - Encounters with
racial biases in treatment outcomes.    - Importance
of advocacy and forming alliances with healthcare providers.
   - Impact of disparities in care quality on
individuals.    - Emphasis on representation and
diversity in diabetes media. 5. Evolution of Black Representation
in Media    - Importance of normalized portrayals of
black people in media.    - Breaking stereotypes and
unfair expectations placed on black individuals.
   - Challenges faced by black public figures in
being taken seriously.    - Educating white
audiences on diverse experiences of black individuals with
diabetes. Key takeaways and lessons: - Addressing disparities in
healthcare requires representation and understanding of diverse
perspectives. - Advocacy, community support, and education are
crucial for improving health outcomes for marginalized groups. -
Normalizing black individuals with diabetes in the media can break
stereotypes and create more inclusive narratives. - Listening to
marginalized voices, challenging biases, and advocating for social
justice are essential steps towards equity and inclusivity.
References: -Taylor Johnson - www.instagram.com/taylorbetic -Dr.
Roy Collins - www.instagram.com/dr.royc -Shaw Strothers -
www.instagram.com/typeonderful_  -Chelcie Rice -
www.instagram.com/type1comedian -Mila Clarke-Buckley -
www.instagram.com/thehangrywoman   Chapters: 00:00 
Exploring Medical Racism and Stereotypes in Diabetes Community with
5 Diverse Voices 03:16  Unveiling Health Disparities: The
Impact of Misdiagnosis, Medical Racism, and Microaggressions on
Black and Brown Communities 06:55  Addressing Lack of
Representation and Care Disparities in Diabetes and Medical
Research 11:44  Redefining Diversity and Inclusion in
Corporate America: Moving Beyond Checking the Box 19:22 
Navigating Racism, Community, and Diabetes: Insights from Black
Individuals with Diabetes 27:06  Unveiling the Impact of
Medical Racism on Black Individuals with Diabetes 34:13 
Misdiagnosis and the Journey to Correct Diagnosis of Type 2
Diabetes 38:01  Challenges in Diabetes Diagnosis and
Treatment: A Personal Story of Misdiagnosis and Advocacy
45:46  Navigating Racial Biases in Diabetes Care: Personal
Stories and Advocacy 01:09:00  Breaking Free from the Magical
Negro Stereotype in Media Representation 01:12:15  Challenges
Faced by Dark-Skinned Black Women in Media and Advertising
01:15:26  Evolution of Black Representation in Media: From The
Cosby Show to Basquiat 01:19:46  Breaking Stereotypes:
Normalizing Black People with Diabetes in Media and Society
01:26:37  Empowering Communities: The Importance of Listening,
Taking Action, and Examining Biases 01:31:05  Promoting
Diversity and Equity through Empathy and Education 01:36:00 
Navigating Issues of Plagiarism, Colonization, and Racism in Online
Communities 01:40:49  Empowering Diabetics: More Than a
Diabetic Podcast Series