An Locally-Centered Approach to Health Behavior change
When studying theories of health behavior change during my public health training, I noticed a disappointing lack of representation from African scholars and perspectives.
Writing on medicine and serving the community
All of my long-form thoughts on community healt, social development and making the world a better place.
Applying Behavioral Change Models to Improve Patient Outcomes
Changing behaviors, especially unhealthy ones we are accustomed to, is one of the biggest challenges in healthcare.
Leveraging Community Strengths for Sustainable Health Programs
When it comes to improving community health I have learned a crucial principle, communities already possess incredibly powerful assets and strengths that can be mobilized
The Role of Social Determinants in Population Health
When we think about health, it is easy to focus only on the physical diseases, injuries, and treating symptoms
The Importance of Community-Oriented Primary Health Care
One of the most important things I have learned is that good health is not just about treating illness. It is about understanding and working with the community.