Explore every episode of the podcast Longer. Healthier. Better.

Listen to this special episode of Longer. Healthier. Better., recorded live at The Boston Globe’s Health Equity Day 2024. Host Janet Wu sat down with Dr. Monica Bharel, Clinical Lead of Public Sector Health at Google, to talk about the innovation fueling longevity in Boston and beyond. Dr. Bharel reflects on her time as a Massachusetts Public Health Commissioner and shares her perspective on the future of health equity. Listen to Dr. Bharel and Janet’s discussion about: 

• How the intersection of technology, collaboration, and longevity can enable people to live longer, healthier lives 
• Insight into Google Health’s work on public health data infrastructure and how to leverage AI in healthcare 
• The importance of health equity in improving lifespans among individuals and entire populations 
• The role Boston plays as a longevity hub in driving equitable health care forward 

Insurance products are issued by: John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.), Boston, MA 02116 (not licensed in New York) and John Hancock Life Insurance Company of New York, Valhalla, NY 10595.

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Check out the second episode of Longer. Healthier. Better to hear from GRAIL President, Josh Ofman, as he shares about GRAIL’s mission and GalleriⓇ test, a multi-cancer early detection blood test that screens for “fingerprints” from 50+ cancers. Josh reflects on Kelley King’s cancer story from Episode 1, and dives into the science behind the Galleri test with our host Janet Wu. Listen to Josh and Janet’s discussion about:

• GRAIL’s mission and what the revolutionary Galleri test means for early cancer screening
• The Galleri test’s role in Kelley’s diagnosis story and the how Josh sees GRAIL’ how Josh sees GRAIL's impact on the future of our healthcare system
• The decades of research on the human genome that have led to GRAIL’s Galleri test
• The importance of proactive screening to help expand lifespan in the pursuit of health equity

Vitality is the provider of the John Hancock Vitality Program in connection with policies issued by John Hancock. John Hancock Vitality Program rewards and discounts are available only to the person insured under the eligible life insurance policy, may vary based on the type of insurance policy purchased and the state where the policy was issued, are subject to change and are not guaranteed to remain the same for the life of the policy.

The Galleri test is only available to registered John Hancock Vitality PLUS members who are 50 years of age or older and have completed the Vitality Health Review (VHR) for the current program year. For eligible polices with coverage amounts of $500,000 or greater, 100% of the cost of the test will be subsidized. For policies with less than $500,000 in coverage, 50% of the cost of the test will be subsidized. Please note: for members with multiple policies, the policy with the highest face amount will determine the subsidy amount of the Galleri offer. The offer of discounted access to the Galleri test is subject to change. Access to the Galleri test through the John Hancock Vitality Program is not currently available in all states. The Galleri test is manufactured and distributed by GRAIL, LLC. John Hancock does not provide medical advice, is not involved in the design or manufacture of the Galleri test and is not responsible for the accuracy or performance of the Galleri test.

Insurance products are issued by: John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.), Boston, MA 02116 (not licensed in New York) and John Hancock Life Insurance Company of New York, Valhalla, NY 10595.

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Tune in to the first episode of Longer. Healthier. Better to hear from John Hancock customer, Kelley King, as he shares how the Vitality program has had a profound impact on his life. Learn about GRAIL’s Galleri test, a multi-cancer early detection blood test that screens for DNA signals from 50+ cancers. Kelley tells the compelling story of his shocking diagnosis and how it has shifted his perspective on life with our host Janet Wu. Listen to Kelley and Janet’s discussion about:

• How Kelley’s engagement with John Hancock’s Vitality program led to the early detection of his cancer
• John Hancock’s partnership with GRAIL and what the revolutionary Galleri test means for early cancer screening
• The importance of proactive screening and the role advocacy plays in an improved lifespan
• Kelley’s cancer journey — and his advice to those who are hesitant to learn about their health

Vitality is the provider of the John Hancock Vitality Program in connection with policies issued by John Hancock. John Hancock Vitality Program rewards and discounts are available only to the person insured under the eligible life insurance policy, may vary based on the type of insurance policy purchased and the state where the policy was issued, are subject to change and are not guaranteed to remain the same for the life of the policy.

The Galleri test is only available to registered John Hancock Vitality PLUS members who are 50 years of age or older and have completed the Vitality Health Review (VHR) for the current program year. For eligible polices with coverage amounts of $500,000 or greater, 100% of the cost of the test will be subsidized. For policies with less than $500,000 in coverage, 50% of the cost of the test will be subsidized. Please note: for members with multiple policies, the policy with the highest face amount will determine the subsidy amount of the Galleri offer. The offer of discounted access to the Galleri test is subject to change. Access to the Galleri test through the John Hancock Vitality Program is not currently available in all states. The Galleri test is manufactured and distributed by GRAIL,LLC. John Hancock does not provide medical advice, is not involved in the design or manufacture of the Galleri test and is not responsible for the accuracy or performance of the Galleri test.

Insurance products are issued by: John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.), Boston, MA 02116 (not licensed in New York) and John Hancock Life Insurance Company of New York, Valhalla, NY 10595.

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