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This is the "What is Public Health Podcast" with your host Dr. Kee Chan. Public Health is the invisible force that keeps you healthy everyday, and I bet you didn’t even know it. This podcast is your source of the latest trend in public health and get quick tips on professional development so you can do your best work in serving the public. Discover the many, different, and exciting careers in public health from our guest speakers. Connect to the stories of people impacted by Public Health. Visit me at www.keechanphd.com.

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Here's a quick summary of the last 5 episodes on What is Public Health with Dr. Kee Chan.

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Nicole Hurd
Nicole Hurd is a passionate advocate and entrepreneur known for founding the EmpowHer app, which addresses the emotional challenges faced by mothers during postpartum life. Her work is driven by her own experiences with maternal mental health, and she aims to bridge the gap in support for new mothers through digital tools that promote connection, self-care, and community. Nicole's efforts highlight the importance of maternal mental health as a critical aspect of public health.
Dr. Jennifer Brown
Dr. Jennifer Brown is a scientist, author, and mother who has navigated the challenges of parenting through unexpected health news. She is the author of 'When the Baby is Not Okay: Hopes Genes', which combines her personal experiences with a call to action regarding newborn screening. Dr. Brown's work emphasizes the importance of understanding and improving public health programs, particularly in the context of newborn screening, and she advocates for families facing health uncertainties.
Dr. Janine Hill
Dr. Janine Hill is a leadership coach and the founder of Soar Strategies. She specializes in advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives within public health and other sectors. With a focus on equity-centered strategies, Dr. Hill provides guidance to public health professionals on navigating the challenges posed by shifting legal constraints and the diminishing support for DEI programs. Her work emphasizes the importance of community partnerships and creative approaches to maintaining equity-driven leadership in the face of external pressures.
Michael Pereira
Michael Pereira is a father, advocate, and founder of The Autism Voyage. Drawing on firsthand experience, Michael offers families a clear, empathetic guide for navigating life after an autism diagnosis. Through personalized coaching, practical resources, and financial planning strategies, The Autism Voyage empowers families to move from overwhelm to empowerment.

Topics Discussed

Maternal Mental Health EmpowHer app public health crisis postpartum life prenatal anxiety postpartum depression emotional well-being peer connection community support newborn screening unexpected diagnosis public health parenting emotional support health journey memoir call to action Diversity Equity Inclusion DEI health equity community partnerships leadership Autism Financial Planning Families Public Health Emotional Impact Financial Resilience Advocacy Neurodiversity National Public Health Week population health climate change AI big data precision medicine design thinking systems thinking healthcare leadership

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0:00 39:13

Reimagining Maternal Mental Health with Nicole Hurd, Founder of the EmpowHer App

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Dr. Kee Chan
Guests
Nicole Hurd
Keywords
Maternal Mental Health EmpowHer app public health crisis postpartum life prenatal anxiety postpartum depression emotional well-being peer connection community support

In this powerful episode ofWhat is Public Health Podcast, we sit down with Nicole Hurd, a passionate advocate and entrepreneur who created theEmpowHer appafter her own experience navigating the emotional challenges of postpartum life.

We explore how the app is addressing a long-overlooked public health crisis: thematernal mental health gap. From prenatal anxiety to postpartum depression, far too many mothers face these struggles in silence. Nicole shares her journey and how EmpowHer is building digital bridges to connection, self-care, and support.

In this conversation, we discuss:

- Why maternal mental health is a critical part of public health

- The inspiration behind the EmpowHer app

- How digital tools can support emotional well-being for new moms

- The power of peer connection and community during early motherhood


Learn more about EmpowHer:https://empowherio.com

#MaternalHealth #PublicHealth #DigitalHealth #PostpartumSupport #EmpowHer #MentalHealthAwareness #WhatIsPublicHealth #MomsMatter

0:00 55:56

When the Baby is Not Okay: Dr. Jennifer Brown on Parenting Through the Unexpected

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Dr. Kee Chan
Guests
Dr. Jennifer Brown
Keywords
newborn screening unexpected diagnosis public health parenting emotional support health journey memoir call to action

What happens when a routine newborn screening turns into life-changing news?

In this episode of  "What is Public Health" podcast , I talk with Dr. Jennifer Brown — scientist, mom, and author of When the Baby is Not Okay: Hope’s Genes. We dive into her personal story of navigating the emotional rollercoaster that followed her daughter’s unexpected screening results, and how it led her to write a book that’s part memoir, part call to action.

Jennifer shares what it was like to go from researcher to parent facing uncertainty, what she wishes more people knew about newborn screening, and how families can find strength, support, and hope during overwhelming times. We also talk about how newborn screening has changed over the years, what still needs improvement, and why protecting these public health programs really matters.

This episode is for anyone who’s ever faced an unexpected diagnosis, supported a loved one through a health journey, or wants to better understand how newborn screening can be a powerful tool for early care.

It’s a reminder that even in moments of uncertainty, there is strength, connection, and hope — and that through stories like Dr. Brown's journey, we can all learn how to better support families and protect the programs that help them thrive.


Guest:
Dr. Jennifer Brown, author of When the Baby is Not Okay
Learn more at jjbrownauthor.com

0:00 1:22:53

Navigating the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Landscape: A Conversation with Dr. Janine Hill

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Dr. Kee Chan
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Dr. Janine Hill
Keywords
Diversity Equity Inclusion DEI health equity public health community partnerships leadership

As federal funded programs, public institutions, and universities roll back Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies, we are losing critical support for equity-centered initiatives. Now, public health leaders are faced with the question: How do we continue the work of advancing health equity in a time when DEI itself is under attack?

In this episode, I speak with Dr. Janine Hill—a leadership coach and founder of Soar Strategies—about the evolving landscape of DEI in public health. From disappearing datasets to legislative crackdowns on DEI programs, Dr. Hill offers clarity, context, and practical guidance on how public health professionals can stay grounded in equity despite external pressures.

We explore:

- Why DEI is essential to public health—not just a buzzword

- How universities and public health programs can adapt to shifting legal constraints

- What to do when DEI-related data is censored or retracted

- The power (and risk) of community partnerships in the absence of institutional support

- Creative strategies for continuing DEI work—even if you can’t call it that

- How to foster safe, resilient spaces for equity-driven leadership


Whether you’re a student, researcher, policymaker, or health leader, this episode will leave you informed and inspired to keep moving equity forward.

Learn more about Dr. Janine Hill’s work at

https://soar-strategies.com/about/


#DEI #PublicHealth #HealthEquity #Leadership #HealthDisparities #SystemsChange #Podcast #InclusiveLeadership #SocialDeterminantsOfHealth

0:00 38:50

Preparing for the Future: Financial Planning for Families Navigating Autism

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Dr. Kee Chan
Guests
Michael Pereira
Keywords
Autism Financial Planning Families Public Health Emotional Impact Financial Resilience Advocacy Neurodiversity

In this episode of "What is Public Health" podcast, I'm your host, Dr. Kee Chan. April is the Autism Awareness month, and joining me in this special episode is Michael Pereira, founder of The Autism Voyage.

Michael’s personal experience as a father navigating his son’s autism diagnosis led him to create The Autism Voyage—a platform offering compassionate, practical guidance for families feeling overwhelmed by the emotional, logistical, and financial realities of autism care.


This conversation highlights the essential role of financial resilience in supporting long-term success, stability, and peace of mind for families managing the complexities of autism.

Key Takeaways:

  • Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder: Why autism is described as a "spectrum," and how awareness has improved but major system gaps still exist.

  • The Emotional Impact of Diagnosis: What families often feel—and need—when first hearing the word "autism."

  • Financial Planning is Critical: Early financial organization can relieve long-term stress and open doors to better therapies, services, and educational support.

  • Personalized Approaches Work Best: Every family’s autism journey is unique; there’s no one-size-fits-all financial or care plan.

  • Common Financial Missteps: Myths families encounter about insurance, savings, government programs, and long-term care.

  • Tools and Strategies from The Autism Voyage: How Michael’s platform is helping families prepare for both expected and unexpected challenges.

  • Advocacy for Systemic Change: How public health systems, education, and insurance need to better support neurodiverse individuals and their caregivers.

About Our Guest:
Michael Pereira is a father, advocate, and founder of The Autism Voyage. Drawing on firsthand experience, Michael offers families a clear, empathetic guide for navigating life after an autism diagnosis. Through personalized coaching, practical resources, and financial planning strategies, The Autism Voyage empowers families to move from overwhelm to empowerment.


Website: www.TheAutismVoyage.com  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theautismvoyage

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpereirafl/ 

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National Public Health Week 2025 Day 7: Aligning Public Health and Population Health: A Strategic Vision for the Future

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Dr. Kee Chan
Keywords
National Public Health Week public health population health climate change AI big data precision medicine design thinking systems thinking healthcare leadership

On this episode on What is Public Health Podcast, during National Public Health Week, for this special series on "How we built healthier communities , on Day 7, I explore what’s ahead for our field — and what’s at risk if we fail to act.

From climate change to AI, from big data to precision medicine, public health is being shaped by forces that demand new tools, new partnerships, and new ways of thinking. But innovation alone isn’t enough. Without trust, infrastructure, and sustained investment, even the most promising technologies will fall short.

This episode also explores:

  • The widening gap between public health and healthcare — and why we must close it

  • Why design thinking and systems thinking are essential to navigating complexity

  • What we risk losing if we stop believing in — and funding — public health

  • And a preview of my new textbook: Public and Population Health: Perspectives for Health Systems Management (American College of Healthcare Executive (ACHE) 2024)

The future is uncertain, but the path forward is clear: we must lead with empathy, strategy, and evidence — and redesign our systems for the challenges ahead.

Listen here:


#NPHW2025 #PublicHealthPodcast #DesignThinking #SystemsThinking #FutureOfHealth #HealthcareLeadership #ACHE #PopulationHealth #ClimateHealth #AIinPublicHealth

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