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Global Health Pursuit

Hetal Baman

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Fréquence : 1 épisode/10j. Total Éps: 79

Why are infants still dying from preventable causes? How do national security policies impact the health of immigrants and refugees? What is voluntourism and can it harm the communities we intend to serve? The field of global health is vast, and the challenges can feel overwhelming. But learning about it shouldn’t be. Whether you're taking the first steps in the field of global health, a seasoned public health professional, or simply seeking inspiration from the stories of remarkable leaders, this podcast is for you. Discover how inspiring leaders are combating global poverty, bringing clean water to remote villages, expanding healthcare access, and much more. Hosted by engineer turned social impact storyteller, Hetal Baman, Global Health Pursuit tackles these tough questions with a beginner's mindset. Join us every Tuesday for new episodes!

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58. Turning Science into Aid: The Fight Against Neglected Global Diseases w/ Dr. Kishor Wasan

mardi 10 septembre 2024 • Durée 57:47

How does a pharmaceutical scientist end up spearheading an initiative to combat neglected global diseases? What drives a tenured professor to shift focus from profitable pharmaceutical ventures to humanitarian efforts?

This interview with Dr. Kishor Wasan explores the unexpected journey from a traditional pharmaceutical scientist to the founder of the Neglected Global Diseases Initiative (NGDI) at the University of British Columbia. It covers his significant work on Amphotericin B, insights into developing an oral formulation, and the pivotal moments that shifted his focus to global health disparities. The interview discusses the challenges of raising awareness and funding for neglected diseases, success stories from NGDI, and advice for young researchers aiming to make an impact in global health. Dr. Wasan emphasizes the importance of partnerships and collaboration in addressing global health issues.

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57. The Life of a Refugee: Economic Integration and Forced Migration w/ Dr. Mitra Naseh

mardi 10 septembre 2024 • Durée 01:00:26

Should immigration be a political or humanitarian issue? How do policies hinder or help the lives of displaced individuals? What challenges do forcibly displaced people face? How can economic integration be measured? Why is getting a visa for highly educated individuals based on a lottery system?

Dr. Mitra Naseh, an Assistant Professor and Co-Founder and Research Director of the Initiative on Social Work and Forced Migration at the Brown School, shares her personal journey from Iran to the U.S., highlighting her shift from computer engineering to working with Afghan refugees. The conversation covers the intersection of social work and refugee wellbeing, the challenges of economic integration, and the emotional resilience required in this demanding field. Dr. Naseh also discusses global migration policies, their impact on refugees, and the broader issues of forced migration in today's world.

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49. Using Engineering To Serve Humanity w/ Abe Wright

mardi 20 février 2024 • Durée 43:04

Can engineering create sustainable change in the world?

In this episode of the Global Health Pursuit podcast, we speak with Abe Wright, co-founder and CTO of Design Outreach. We discuss Abe's transition from an engineer at J&J to leading a nonprofit focused on global health. Abe shares the story of the Life Pump, a reliable and sustainable water pump designed to alleviate poverty.

The episode covers:

The technical challenges and successes in developing the Life Pump
Design Outreach's growth, and their expansion into other areas like sanitation and medical devices.
The importance of setting higher standards for reliability in global health technologies
The transformative impact of consistent water access, as evidenced by a decade-long functioning Life Pump in Malawi.
Opportunities for engineers and volunteers to get involved with Design Outreach's mission.

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48. Can Education Solve Poverty?

mardi 13 février 2024 • Durée 12:01

Can breaking the glass ceiling of education shatter the cycle of poverty?

Amidst the complex tapestry of global health and humanitarian efforts, this episode is a reflection of my conversation with Ajit George, Chief Operations Officer at Shanti Bhavan, and just my general thoughts and opinions about how poverty can be alleviated.

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Shanti Bhavan: Powering Young Minds While Breaking Generational Poverty w/ Ajit George

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47. Shanti Bhavan: Powering Young Minds While Breaking Generational Poverty w/ Ajit George

mardi 6 février 2024 • Durée 47:39

Imagine stepping into a world where education is the key that unlocks the shackles of generational poverty.

Such is the reality for the students at Shanti Bhavan, where Ajit George, the Chief Operating Officer, has taken his father’s vision and helped turn it into a beacon of hope in rural India. Our conversation peels back the layers of this extraordinary school, revealing not just the academic rigor but the nurturing environment that propels its students toward unprecedented success. Ajit's passionate advocacy illustrates the school's powerful ethos and its ripple effect on public health initiatives.

Educating a child at Shanti Bhavan is not just about teaching them to read and write; it's about instilling resilience, emotional intelligence, and the courage to dream big. By starting early in a boarding school setting, the school cultivates an atmosphere where children learn to thrive despite the challenges posed by their backgrounds. Ajit and I delve into the nuanced complexities of this educational model, discussing how it tackles the grimmer aspects of rural life, such as addiction and abuse, and the absence of digital distractions in favor of mental and emotional well-being.

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46. Rewind: How Do Internally Displaced Persons Access Healthcare? w/ Elvis Ndansi

mardi 30 janvier 2024 • Durée 47:00

What does it mean to be internally displaced?

Internally displaced persons and citizens of last mile communities often have to travel miles to receive the healthcare they need. After a mothers long trek to a medical center in Cameroon, Elvis Ndansi untied a dead baby from the mothers back. A baby who had passed due to preventable and treatable condition - Malaria. Having grown up in a last mile community with his single mother, Elvis made it his mission to bring life-saving healthcare to these communities. On today's episode, Elvis Ndansi tells his remarkable story. Born and raised in Misaje, Elvis went straight to work at a farm after school every day. He drew inspiration from his mother, Rosaline Leh Ndansi, when she became a nurse assistant and he got to see the impact she made on the village.

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45. How Does Participatory Medicine Influence Human Behavior? w/ Katie Baric

mardi 23 janvier 2024 • Durée 33:57

How do you change behavior in people who have lived in a system where healthcare is built on the idea of being sick?

In this episode, co-founder and executive director of Hands on Peru, Katie Baric, steps into the spotlight to share her story from growing up in North Carolina to bringing a positive public health change to Peruvian communities. We speak about her organization's shift in healthcare perspective, moving from a reactive to a proactive stance, the concept of participatory healthcare, and the birth of Chimuk, an ethical fashion line that is redefining community empowerment.

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44. The Global Blood Shortage: 10 Facts You Didn't Know

mardi 16 janvier 2024 • Durée 04:16

Did you know that only 3% of age-eligible people donate blood yearly?

This is a micro episode to shed light on some shocking facts about blood demand and the need for donations. With statistics sourced from the World Health Organization and the American Red Cross, we unpack the gravity of the situation while also shining a light on the global disparities in blood supply.

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43. What if You Could Donate Blood Back to Yourself? w/ Gillian Henker

mardi 9 janvier 2024 • Durée 01:04:36

If you needed blood, but there was no blood in the hospital blood bank, what do you do?

Today, we speak with inventor and mechanical engineer, Gillian Henker, who unravels the story behind Hemafuse, a revolutionary autotransfusion device that addresses the dire need for donor blood worldwide. This episode illuminates not only the inception and evolution of a life-saving invention, but also the profound impact it's making in areas like maternal health—a space where hemorrhage is the leading cause of maternal mortality. Gillian sheds light on the challenges and successes that have shaped the journey of Hemafuse from a student project to a critical healthcare device. With its syringe-like design enabling the collection and re-transfusion of a patient's very own blood, Hemafuse is a beacon of hope in emergency surgeries, especially in places where blood banks are a rarity.

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42. Discover Your Passion in Global Health

mardi 2 janvier 2024 • Durée 08:12

Reflecting on the journey from burnout to breakthrough, I share the intimate details of my personal transformation that began with a wish for courage, motivation, and perseverance. This isn't just my story, but an invitation to you, to find strength in your own dreams as we navigate the new year together. This episode is a reminder that change can begin with a single book, a single moment, and that each of us has the potential to lead our own movements for justice and healing in the world around us.

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