This two-part episode of Buffalo HealthCast explores Hepatitis C treatment in Buffalo and in global contexts. In part one, family nurse practitioner and recent MPH graduate Sean Owen talks with guest host Jennifer Foster of the Office of Global Health Initiatives about hepatitis c: what it is, how it’s treated, barriers to care, and global efforts to eliminate the virus. Owen talks about his long-running work in Rochester specializing in drug user health, harm reduction, and treatment and prevention of hepatitis C and HIV, along with his recent MPH field training experiences addressing hepatitis C under the supervision of Dr. Anthony Martinez at his clinic La Bodega at the Erie County Medical Center.

In part two of this episode, Sean Owen talks to Scott Springer, a physician assistant at La Bodega. Owen and Springer discuss La Bodega’s unique model of treatment and holistic care, which has contributed to great success in treating and curing hepatitis C among western New York patients. They also explore reasons why hepatitis C elimination efforts are unique in different parts of the country and different parts of the world.

Read (and watch) more about the work at La Bodega:

https://medicine.buffalo.edu/news_and_events/news/2020/04/martinez-bodega-hepatology-clinic-10699.html

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/elminate-hepatitis-c-clinic-treatment/

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In this episode of Buffalo HealthCast, podcast producer and MPH student Vennela Damarla speaks with Dr. Kelly Baker, Associate Professor and Director of the Center for Climate Change and Health Equity at the University at Buffalo. Dr. Baker discusses the powerful role of diagnostic and surveillance tools in environmental health, especially in the context of diarrheal disease, climate change, and One Health—a framework that links the health of people, animals, and the environment.

From high-throughput pathogen detection technologies to locally producible rapid diagnostics, Dr. Baker explores how these tools are being developed and adapted for use in low-resource settings. She shares insights from global studies, including the use of geo-trackers to trace transmission pathways, and explains how simple, affordable diagnostic tools can help address health inequities and inform targeted public health interventions.

Tune in to learn how cutting-edge tools are shaping global strategies for water sanitation, infectious disease prevention, and health equity.

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In this episode of Buffalo HealthCast, Dr. Michael Shelly delves into the intricate relationship between environmental sustainability, economics, and public health. He explores how environmental policies and sustainable practices can influence economic systems while addressing pressing global health challenges. Dr. Shelly emphasizes the importance of balancing economic growth with ecological responsibility, illustrating how investing in sustainable infrastructure and renewable energy can yield long-term public health benefits. He also discusses the role of environmental justice, highlighting how marginalized communities disproportionately bear the burden of environmental degradation and advocating for equitable policy interventions.

Furthermore, Dr. Shelly sheds light on the economic aspects of sustainability, explaining the financial implications of pollution, resource depletion, and climate change. He underscores the need for interdisciplinary collaboration between policymakers, economists, and public health experts to create a future that prioritizes both economic stability and environmental well-being. The episode serves as a compelling call to action, urging listeners to consider how individual and systemic efforts can drive meaningful change in public health, economic resilience, and environmental sustainability.

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