Welcome and Event Introduction
Twasanna Lewis, Health Lore Community Outreach’s Director of Community Programs, welcomes attendees and introduces the day’s activities, including our intergenerational panel discussion and the BridgeBio-partnership watch party featuring Don’t Pass on Your Heart Health.
Faith, Culture, and Health
Dr. Sheila Bailey, wife of the late Dr. E.K. Bailey, founder of Concord Church in Dallas, shares how faith and cultural beliefs have historically influenced healthcare decisions within the Black community. She reflects on her upbringing and how relying on faith sometimes delayed individuals and families from seeking medical care. Her perspective highlighted the importance of embracing faith while also recognizing the value of timely medical treatment.
Intergenerational Panel Discussion
Pictured from left to right: Dr. Sheila Bailey, Dr. Charolette Allen, Rochelle Young-Brumfield, Dr. Shawnta Pittman-Hobbs, Dr. Mark Jenkins, and Nikita Wilburn. Registered Dietitian Rochelle Young-Brumfield is speaking about the cultural foods that have shaped our community, their impact on our health, and practical ways to continue enjoying traditional foods while making healthier choices.
The People Behind Lore Labs
Health Lore Community Outreach board members and volunteers who helped bring our Lore Labs community event to life.
Health Lore and BridgeBio Partnership
Nikita Wilburn, Founder and Executive Director of Health Lore Community Outreach, pictured with the BridgeBio team.
