Leads Critical Discussion on Environmental and Social Injustices at NMA Convention and Scientific Assembly

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sunday, August 4, 2024

CONTACT: Monique LeNoir, 2022102470; mlenoir@aawellnessproject.org

African American Wellness Project Leads Critical Discussion on Environmental and Social Injustices at National Medical Association Convention and Scientific Assembly

WHAT/WHO: The African American Wellness Project (AAWP) will lead the Floyd Malveaux Symposium engaging in critical a discussion on environmental and social injustices at the National Medical Association (NMA) Annual Convention and Scientific Assembly in New York City on Monday, August 5^th. Dr. Michael LeNoir,Founder of AAWP, will moderate a panel entitled, “Environmental and Social Injustices, and AI: The Impact on African Americans.”

Key speakers include:

* Rev. Al Sharpton: President and Founder of National Action Network

* Dr. Michael LeNoir: Moderator, esteemed allergist & AAWP Founder

* Stephanie Lovinsky-Desir, M.D.: Discussing environmental justice and its impact on asthma

* Esteban G. Burchard, M.D., MPH: Covering race/ethnicity and lung function predictions

* Cheryl Walker-McGill, M.D., MBA, FAAAI: Exploring artificial intelligence in healthcare

* Toni Eyssallenne, MD, PhD: Deputy Chief Medical Officer, New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

WHEN: Monday, August 5, 2024, 1:15 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.

WHERE: New York Hilton Midtown, Gramercy Suite, New York City, NY

BACKGROUND: The African American Wellness Project (AAWP) is committed to empowering the African American community for better health outcomes and wellness. Our mission is clear: combat healthcare disparities, champion equitable treatment, and equip African Americans with the tools and support needed to thrive. For more information, go to our website at www.aawellnessproject.org. or listen to our podcast at Blackdoctorsspeak.org on any podcast platform