Elizabeth! My friend and twin, Happy Birthday. You are a beautiful human- inside and out. ✨ Under A Rainbow
Today, I am thrilled to #ShareTheMicNow with my friend @kahlanabarfield I have known Kahlana for over 10 years and she has always been a source of not only great wit and intellect but compassionate insight. She has some truly thoughtful and thought provoking views to share. I will be tuned in. Hope you will be listening too!
The time is now. ♥️ #iloveher
Today, I am thrilled to #ShareTheMicNow with my friend @kahlanabarfield I have known Kahlana for over 10 years and she has always been a source of not only great wit and intellect but compassionate insight. She has some truly thoughtful and thought provoking views to share. I will be tuned in. Hope you will be listening too!
The time is now. ♥️ #iloveher
#Repost @elizabethstewart1 with @get_repost
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ANNOUNCING NEW ITEMS DROPPED ON CHIC-RELIEF.COM from brands like @celine @prada and @givenchyofficial! It’s the most guilt-free designer shopping ever as 100% of the proceeds go to @facinghistory to fight racism and bigotry through education. Also, @juliaroberts and my tees are designed by @kristinaelainetaylor for her new brand @inclushion ! Go to @chic_relief to see new items for sale and information on when @inclushion tees will be available!
I have privilege as a white person because I can do all of these things without thinking twice:
I can go birding (#ChristianCooper)
I can go jogging (#AmaudArbery)
I can relax in the comfort of my own home (#BothemSean and #AtatianaJefferson)
I can ask for help after being in a car crash (#JonathanFerrell and #RenishaMcBride)
I can have a cellphone (StephonClark)
I can leave a party to get to safety (JordanEdwards)
I can play loud music (JordanDavis)
I can sell CDs (AltonSterling)
I can sleep (AiyanaJones)
I can walk from the corner store (MikeBrown)
I can play cops and robbers (TamirRice)
I can go to church (Charleston9)
I can walk home with Skittles (TrayvonMartin)
I can hold a hair brush while leaving my own bachelor party (SeanBell)
I can party on New Years (OscarGrant)
I can get a normal traffic ticket (SandraBland)
I can lawfully carry a weapon (PhilandoCastile)
I can break down on a public road with car problems (CoreyJones)
I can shop at Walmart (JohnCrawford)
I can have a disabled vehicle (TerrenceCrutcher)
I can read a book in my own car (KeithScott)
I can be a 10yr old walking with our grandfather (#CliffordGlover)
I can decorate for a party (#ClaudeReese)
I can ask a cop a question (#RandyEvans)
I can cash a check in peace (#YvonneSmallwood)
I can take out my wallet (#AmadouDiallo)
I can run (#WalterScott)
I can breathe (#EricGarner)
I can live (#FreddieGray)
I CAN BE ARRESTED WITHOUT THE FEAR OF BEING MURDERED (#GeorgeFloyd)
White privilege is real. Take a minute to consider a Black person’s experience today.
#BlackLivesMatter
*I copied and pasted this … please do the same.
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Signing off now. Thanks for following along throughout the day to learn about this outbreak and how @NIHgov & @niaid are researching treatments and vaccine candidates to help you and this country get back to your normal lives safely. Thanks again to Julia Roberts for letting me take over her account! #Coping #COVID19 #Coronavirus @NIAID @NIHgov #PassTheMic @ONE
Happy Father’s Day to all the Fathers and Father figures. Most especially this man. ♥️♥️♥️ our compass and unfaltering inspiration. 💖
Motherhood is one of the most incredible experiences in life. With a 3-year old daughter and one in the oven, I can’t ignore the fact that Black maternal death rates are astronomically high in this country, a public health issue steeped in racism. Black women are 243% more likely to die during their pregnancy or birth compared to white women. Black infants are also 2x more likely to die by their first birthday. While the stats are scary, especially for a Black mother like myself, remember that race is not a risk factor for death. Our lived experiences in our bodies and chronic confrontations with racism leave us vulnerable to disparate outcomes from health inequities to a lack of access to care. Since racism is part and parcel of being black in America, many women suffer in silence, never revealing their stories of traumatic birth or frank mistreatment and disregard by medical personnel.
We all have a right to freedom from discrimination and bias while birthing our children. As a collective voice, we can demand that racism in healthcare be dismantled.
So where do we start?
1 – Let’s work to dismantle racism within our family and social circles. This means calling out bigoted thinking and white privilege on the spot, reminding people that we as a country are evolving past this archaic and dangerous way of thinking.
2 – Acknowledge the truth. Racism permeates the deepest core of our society, and lives are lost because of it. #BlackLivesMatter too.
3 – Show up and listen with compassion. If you’re reading this, you have already started this step. Please continue to do so within your social circles.
4 – Follow and support causes that are doing this work. I’m posting a list of Black doctors to follow and organizations working in the reproductive justice space (see Stories). — @kahlanabarfield #ShareTheMicNow
Motherhood is one of the most incredible experiences in life. With a 3-year old daughter and one in the oven, I can’t ignore the fact that Black maternal death rates are astronomically high in this country, a public health issue steeped in racism. Black women are 243% more likely to die during their pregnancy or birth compared to white women. Black infants are also 2x more likely to die by their first birthday. While the stats are scary, especially for a Black mother like myself, remember that race is not a risk factor for death. Our lived experiences in our bodies and chronic confrontations with racism leave us vulnerable to disparate outcomes from health inequities to a lack of access to care. Since racism is part and parcel of being black in America, many women suffer in silence, never revealing their stories of traumatic birth or frank mistreatment and disregard by medical personnel.
We all have a right to freedom from discrimination and bias while birthing our children. As a collective voice, we can demand that racism in healthcare be dismantled.
So where do we start?
1 – Let’s work to dismantle racism within our family and social circles. This means calling out bigoted thinking and white privilege on the spot, reminding people that we as a country are evolving past this archaic and dangerous way of thinking.
2 – Acknowledge the truth. Racism permeates the deepest core of our society, and lives are lost because of it. #BlackLivesMatter too.
3 – Show up and listen with compassion. If you’re reading this, you have already started this step. Please continue to do so within your social circles.
4 – Follow and support causes that are doing this work. I’m posting a list of Black doctors to follow and organizations working in the reproductive justice space (see Stories). — @kahlanabarfield #ShareTheMicNow
We can’t let these girls be left behind. Read about how we can all support them in a new op-ed by @MichelleObama and @MelindaFrenchGates at the link in my bio. Then take action with the @GirlsOpportunityAlliance today at gofundme.com/girlsopportunityalliance to ensure that girls can continue to pursue their education and their dreams—because when girls get the education they deserve, our whole world benefits.
Hello! @kahlanabarfield here. A little background on me: I’m a wife. Mother. Sister. Seattleite. Beauty and fashion editor + brand consultant. For over a decade, I worked in publishing as an editor at InStyle where I began my work advocating for diversity and inclusion within the beauty and fashion space, which later transitioned into my eager efforts of having important dialogue with my audience and executives across the brand landscape. •
As a Howard University grad, I make a concerted effort to use my platform to bring awareness to the importance of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and the pivotal role they play in preparing black college students to make positive contributions to society and our country as a whole. •
Throughout my career, I’ve used my platform both in print on online to share black stories and I’m so thankful to my dear friend Julia for lending her platform to me today to expand the reach of those stories a bit more. The more we hear each other, the more we bridge the gaps between communities that can feel so divided. Stay tuned. #ShareTheMicNow
There is nothing quite like the feeling of deep appreciation that I have for my friend Kahlana in this moment. The @sharethemicnow experience was beyond my expectations. Kahlana, thank you for taking this time to share your thoughts, insights, understanding and intellect. Your radiance and heart came shining through. You can have my Instagram anytime!!Love You 💗
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The past 2 weeks have been overwhelming to say the least. For 8 minutes and 43 seconds, the world watched as a white police officer kneeled on the neck of a black man as he literally begged for his life. On a human level, the death of #GeorgeFloyd was excruciating to watch, particularly as a Black person. But the most recent incident wasn’t the first. The violent deaths of #BreonnaTaylor, #AhmaudArbery and countless others have put a global spotlight on systemic racism in America. Now, it seems the world is listening. Martin Luther King said “Riots are the language of the unheard.” We’re watching people around the entire world stand together as a unified front. Not for black against white. Or civilians against cops. But fighting for what’s right. Together.
Next is the most critical stage — ACTION. We must continue to educate ourselves and contribute to the fight against police brutality and systemic racism. I will be posting a list of reading materials, organizations to support, etc. to Julia’s stories that can be helpful in bringing about positive change. — @kahlanabarfield #ShareTheMicNow
Holiday Weekend Plans: Stay Home, Watch Season 2 of Homecoming!!! #stayhome #weareinthistogether #walterstilllovesheidi☺️
I would be remiss if I did not talk about the emotional impact of #COVID19 – on people sheltering in place, losing loved ones without being able to say goodbye, double shifts from our healthcare workers, and people facing economic hardships from businesses being closed. My friends at #NIH’s @NIMHgov and colleague Dr. Josh Gordon, Director of the National Institute of Mental Health, have been doing a great job with resources to help people through this tough time. While we may feel alone at times with social/physical distancing, we are all in this together. It is important to take care of your mental and physical health during this outbreak, especially as it looks like we will be dealing with this for a while. Be sure to stay physically active, eat and sleep well, and stay socially connected through video calls and other means. As much as we might like to avoid this unpleasant topic, have an advanced care plan in place so your loved ones know your wishes. And for those of you dealing with loss, I urge you to talk to others, whether family, friends, a therapist, or a hotline. Remember that you are not alone, that we are all in this fight together, and that this will pass. #Coping #COVID19 #Coronavirus @NIAID @NIHgov #PassTheMic @ONE
The best way to prevent illness is to minimize exposure. The virus that causes #COVID19 spreads mainly from people in close contact (within about 6 feet) & through respiratory droplets from an infected person. Not all people who carry the virus show symptoms; in other words, they are asymptomatic. Even if you feel fine, you could be unknowingly spreading the virus to people in more vulnerable populations – those 65+, people with preexisting conditions, etc. Take steps to slow the spread of #COVID19: wash your hands often; avoid touching your eyes, nose, & mouth; avoid close contact with those who are sick; practice 6 feet of social distancing; stay home if you’re sick; disinfect frequently; & wear a mask when you are out in public. This is a challenging time for us all. However, we will get through it together. @nihgov @NIAID #NIH #NIAID #COVID19 #SocialDistancing #SlowTheSpread #PassTheMic @ONE
@NIHgov & @NIAID are building on existing coronavirus research for a truly unparalleled timeline for starting clinical trials for treatments, diagnostic tests, and vaccine candidates. We have also produced findings on how long the virus lives on various surfaces; expanded access to coronavirus literature through PubMed; created a program to train #COVID19 workers to protect their own health; teamed up with FDA and the VA to accelerate the production of 3-D printed supplies for #COVID19; developed treatment guidelines with an expert panel; started a serology study to quantify undetected infections in the US; and so much more.
Some major research milestones I would like to highlight are shown in the images above. We started the first vaccine candidate trial on March 16. Among our treatment clinical trials, we found that remdesivir seems to help very sick, hospitalized people recover faster. We are planning a partnership with pharma companies, Federal partners, and academic experts called ACTIV: Accelerating #COVID19 Therapeutic Interventions and Vaccines. One of the goals of ACTIV is to comb through therapeutic candidates to prioritize those with the most promise to enter a clinical trial, while working to standardize evaluation methods to speed FDA review. We still need more diagnostic tests to help us all return safely to public spaces. To that end, #NIH launched a #COVID19 initiative called Rapid Acceleration of Diagnostics, or RADx, just a few weeks ago. Its goal is to be able to develop millions of diagnostic tests per week to help Americans return to their normal lives. RADx includes a competition calling on American ingenuity to develop accessible, safe, fast & effective tests. In one week, NIH received 1087 applicants. One component of RADx, called RADx-UP, focuses on implementation of strategies to enable testing of rural, underserved, and under-resourced populations – some of the hardest hit communities. While I could easily go on and on, suffice it to say that we are hard at work researching ways to combat this virus.
@NIHgov @NIAID #NIAID #COVID19 #Research #PassTheMic @ONE
@NIHgov & @NIAID are building on existing coronavirus research for a truly unparalleled timeline for starting clinical trials for treatments, diagnostic tests, and vaccine candidates. We have also produced findings on how long the virus lives on various surfaces; expanded access to coronavirus literature through PubMed; created a program to train #COVID19 workers to protect their own health; teamed up with FDA and the VA to accelerate the production of 3-D printed supplies for #COVID19; developed treatment guidelines with an expert panel; started a serology study to quantify undetected infections in the US; and so much more.
Some major research milestones I would like to highlight are shown in the images above. We started the first vaccine candidate trial on March 16. Among our treatment clinical trials, we found that remdesivir seems to help very sick, hospitalized people recover faster. We are planning a partnership with pharma companies, Federal partners, and academic experts called ACTIV: Accelerating #COVID19 Therapeutic Interventions and Vaccines. One of the goals of ACTIV is to comb through therapeutic candidates to prioritize those with the most promise to enter a clinical trial, while working to standardize evaluation methods to speed FDA review. We still need more diagnostic tests to help us all return safely to public spaces. To that end, #NIH launched a #COVID19 initiative called Rapid Acceleration of Diagnostics, or RADx, just a few weeks ago. Its goal is to be able to develop millions of diagnostic tests per week to help Americans return to their normal lives. RADx includes a competition calling on American ingenuity to develop accessible, safe, fast & effective tests. In one week, NIH received 1087 applicants. One component of RADx, called RADx-UP, focuses on implementation of strategies to enable testing of rural, underserved, and under-resourced populations – some of the hardest hit communities. While I could easily go on and on, suffice it to say that we are hard at work researching ways to combat this virus.
@NIHgov @NIAID #NIAID #COVID19 #Research #PassTheMic @ONE
@NIHgov & @NIAID are building on existing coronavirus research for a truly unparalleled timeline for starting clinical trials for treatments, diagnostic tests, and vaccine candidates. We have also produced findings on how long the virus lives on various surfaces; expanded access to coronavirus literature through PubMed; created a program to train #COVID19 workers to protect their own health; teamed up with FDA and the VA to accelerate the production of 3-D printed supplies for #COVID19; developed treatment guidelines with an expert panel; started a serology study to quantify undetected infections in the US; and so much more.
Some major research milestones I would like to highlight are shown in the images above. We started the first vaccine candidate trial on March 16. Among our treatment clinical trials, we found that remdesivir seems to help very sick, hospitalized people recover faster. We are planning a partnership with pharma companies, Federal partners, and academic experts called ACTIV: Accelerating #COVID19 Therapeutic Interventions and Vaccines. One of the goals of ACTIV is to comb through therapeutic candidates to prioritize those with the most promise to enter a clinical trial, while working to standardize evaluation methods to speed FDA review. We still need more diagnostic tests to help us all return safely to public spaces. To that end, #NIH launched a #COVID19 initiative called Rapid Acceleration of Diagnostics, or RADx, just a few weeks ago. Its goal is to be able to develop millions of diagnostic tests per week to help Americans return to their normal lives. RADx includes a competition calling on American ingenuity to develop accessible, safe, fast & effective tests. In one week, NIH received 1087 applicants. One component of RADx, called RADx-UP, focuses on implementation of strategies to enable testing of rural, underserved, and under-resourced populations – some of the hardest hit communities. While I could easily go on and on, suffice it to say that we are hard at work researching ways to combat this virus.
@NIHgov @NIAID #NIAID #COVID19 #Research #PassTheMic @ONE
@NIHgov & @NIAID are building on existing coronavirus research for a truly unparalleled timeline for starting clinical trials for treatments, diagnostic tests, and vaccine candidates. We have also produced findings on how long the virus lives on various surfaces; expanded access to coronavirus literature through PubMed; created a program to train #COVID19 workers to protect their own health; teamed up with FDA and the VA to accelerate the production of 3-D printed supplies for #COVID19; developed treatment guidelines with an expert panel; started a serology study to quantify undetected infections in the US; and so much more.
Some major research milestones I would like to highlight are shown in the images above. We started the first vaccine candidate trial on March 16. Among our treatment clinical trials, we found that remdesivir seems to help very sick, hospitalized people recover faster. We are planning a partnership with pharma companies, Federal partners, and academic experts called ACTIV: Accelerating #COVID19 Therapeutic Interventions and Vaccines. One of the goals of ACTIV is to comb through therapeutic candidates to prioritize those with the most promise to enter a clinical trial, while working to standardize evaluation methods to speed FDA review. We still need more diagnostic tests to help us all return safely to public spaces. To that end, #NIH launched a #COVID19 initiative called Rapid Acceleration of Diagnostics, or RADx, just a few weeks ago. Its goal is to be able to develop millions of diagnostic tests per week to help Americans return to their normal lives. RADx includes a competition calling on American ingenuity to develop accessible, safe, fast & effective tests. In one week, NIH received 1087 applicants. One component of RADx, called RADx-UP, focuses on implementation of strategies to enable testing of rural, underserved, and under-resourced populations – some of the hardest hit communities. While I could easily go on and on, suffice it to say that we are hard at work researching ways to combat this virus.
@NIHgov @NIAID #NIAID #COVID19 #Research #PassTheMic @ONE
@NIHgov & @NIAID are building on existing coronavirus research for a truly unparalleled timeline for starting clinical trials for treatments, diagnostic tests, and vaccine candidates. We have also produced findings on how long the virus lives on various surfaces; expanded access to coronavirus literature through PubMed; created a program to train #COVID19 workers to protect their own health; teamed up with FDA and the VA to accelerate the production of 3-D printed supplies for #COVID19; developed treatment guidelines with an expert panel; started a serology study to quantify undetected infections in the US; and so much more.
Some major research milestones I would like to highlight are shown in the images above. We started the first vaccine candidate trial on March 16. Among our treatment clinical trials, we found that remdesivir seems to help very sick, hospitalized people recover faster. We are planning a partnership with pharma companies, Federal partners, and academic experts called ACTIV: Accelerating #COVID19 Therapeutic Interventions and Vaccines. One of the goals of ACTIV is to comb through therapeutic candidates to prioritize those with the most promise to enter a clinical trial, while working to standardize evaluation methods to speed FDA review. We still need more diagnostic tests to help us all return safely to public spaces. To that end, #NIH launched a #COVID19 initiative called Rapid Acceleration of Diagnostics, or RADx, just a few weeks ago. Its goal is to be able to develop millions of diagnostic tests per week to help Americans return to their normal lives. RADx includes a competition calling on American ingenuity to develop accessible, safe, fast & effective tests. In one week, NIH received 1087 applicants. One component of RADx, called RADx-UP, focuses on implementation of strategies to enable testing of rural, underserved, and under-resourced populations – some of the hardest hit communities. While I could easily go on and on, suffice it to say that we are hard at work researching ways to combat this virus.
@NIHgov @NIAID #NIAID #COVID19 #Research #PassTheMic @ONE
