Mona Hanna-Attisha
Pediatrician, scientist, activist, and author who founded and directs the Michigan State University–Hurley Children’s Hospital Pediatric Public Health Initiative; led the identification and recovery efforts in the Flint water crisis and was named to Time's 100 Most Influential People.
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Jan 24, 2024 • 59min
A New Lens on Poverty: Working Towards Fairness of Place in the United States
Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha and Dr. H. Luke Shaefer discuss poverty in the US, RxKids program for child poverty, importance of early investments, community relationships, and empowering communities for a better future. The conversation sheds light on the impacts of environmental exposures, inequalities in rural communities, and integrating lived experiences in research and policy changes.
Aug 6, 2020 • 29min
Disparities and Social Determinants of Health
Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha, a pediatrician and activist renowned for her role in the Flint water crisis, shares insights on the profound impact of social determinants of health. She discusses how poverty and racism exacerbate environmental challenges, affecting child development. Mona highlights innovative strategies for mitigating lead exposure and the importance of long-term policy commitments. She emphasizes rebuilding trust within communities and advocates for literacy as a cornerstone of recovery, urging collective civic responsibility for future generations.
