Welcome to MyUzima
Uzima means full of life in Swahili. The children of the diaspora, Black Americans, through our journey as slaves, freedmen, and citizens, have always made the best of life. MyUzima seeks to integrate social, medical, and political conversations so that communities of color can be empowered to eliminate the social and political determinants of health that shorten our life span.
Founded by Dr Kendra Outler MD, MyUzima sits at the crossroads of education and advocacy, with the goal of both serving and empowering our community. We share the latest news on medical conditions that disproportionately affect Black and underserved communities, work toward eliminating disparities in healthcare, and partner with organizations and agencies in medical and related communities seeking to engage with our audience.
Here you will find articles, interviews, reviews, communities, and more.
Dr Kendra Outler MD
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The latest posts, interviews with Dr K, reviews, scholarly articles and information of interest to our audiences
Podcast - Colorectal disease Part 2
Dr Kendra Outler recently spoke with Medical Doctor Jacquelyn Seymour Turner, Professor of Surgery at...
Read More ...Podcast - Colorectal disease Part 1
Dr Kendra Outler recently had the pleasure of speaking with Medical Doctor Jacquelyn Seymour...
Read More ...Fast foods in Black Communities
It can be risky to assume something about a person—especially if that assumption impacts someone’s health and...
Read More ...February is Heart Health month
Dr K was invited to Inside the Issues, a weekly show hosted by Dr Wilmer Leon on Sirius FM to...
Read More ...Survival rates for stage 4 ovarian cancer
Healthline, a leading online medical and wellness website, recently interviewed Dr K about the...
Read More ...The impact of gun violence on families and communities
Over the 2022 Christmas holidays, Dr K convened a group to discuss grief over the holidays, as...
Read More ...Grief during the holidays - reflections and solutions
Dr K, herself no stranger to loss and grief, created a discussion titled: Unpacking grief during the...
Read More ...Health Professional Radio interviews Dr K on health disparities impacting the Black community
The founder of Uzima Health & Wellness, Dr Kendra Outler, has been interviewed by Health...
Read More ...Interesting findings in new study on cholesterol that takes race into account
A new study on HDL - 'good cholesterol' - that takes race into account, is producing some nuanced...
Read More ...Dr K featured in Cancer Wellness magazine
The founder of MyUzima, Dr Kendra Outler, has been featured in the online publication, Cancer...
Read More ...Profiles of Black military physicians
For a next generation to be inspired to join the ranks of military medical personnel, it's easier...
Read More ...A Special Education Indeed: Interview with Dr. Richard Moses
Getting an education is crucial. While many schools and programs are universal, the way children...
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Grief during the holidays - reflections and solutions
Dr K, herself no stranger to loss and grief, created a discussion titled: Unpacking grief during the...
Read More ...2021 AAU Track and Field Championship Event
On Saturday 26 June 2021, LACE UP and MyUzima held their second event, distributing 500...
Read More ...2022 LACE UP Healthy Teeth and Gums Wellness Event
In June 2022, LACE UP supported the 2022 AAU Region 3 Track and Field event. MyUzima received...
Read More ...A Special Education Indeed: Interview with Dr. Richard Moses
Getting an education is crucial. While many schools and programs are universal, the way children...
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