Season 242 Episode 8212
S1 E7 - Your Zip Code Shouldn’t Determine Your Life Expectancy–But It Certainly Influences It
"Social Determinants of Health Expert JohnMatthew Douglas Shares Insights About Closing Economic Gaps That Imperil Population Health http://230822.s4g.biz AI Episode Summary Devin Thorpe interviews John Matthew Douglas, co-founder of Nello Health and I Press Forward LLC, on the Superpowers for Good show. John Matthew Douglas is an authority on social determinants of health and explains that social determinants of health are about the environment we live in and the barriers that may hinder our health and well-being. There is a connection between social determinants of health and life expectancy, both globally and within specific communities, with wealthier areas having longer life expectancies than impoverished ones. Nelo Health is using technology and the metaverse to address social determinants of health and improve patient outcomes and the overall healthcare system. Upstream interventions focus on addressing neglected social determinants such as education and economic empowerment to position individuals for a better life and reduce reliance on downstream interventions. Crowdfunding can help address health concerns by providing funding to diverse founders who are traditionally excluded from capital markets, leading to positive impacts on health outcomes and communities. John Matthew's superpower is living a committed life, inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s call to redefine greatness as an individual's capacity to serve others. He shares an example of his mentorship program, I Press Forward, which successfully impacted the lives of at-risk middle school students through the collaboration of professionals, including Rear Admiral Ken Braithwaite. The program helped improve attendance, behavior, and academic performance of the students, emphasizing the importance of passion, vision, and believing in oneself. John Matthew can be reached on LinkedIn and through Nelo Health and I Press Forward LLC's websites."
