George M. Johnson
We Can't Build Trust in Vaccines Without Addressing Racism in Health Care
Acknowledging the long history of anti-Black medical violence in the U.S. must be a part of community outreach about COVID-19 vaccination.
What I Learned from Testing Men for HIV at Gay Bathhouses
I brought the clinic to people in my community who—for a number of reasons—might not otherwise set foot in one.
Images of Racial Violence on Social Media Are Affecting My Body and Mind
Watching videos where black people are being harmed can result in vicarious traumatization—the trauma, even though it didn't happen to you, will resonate on a mental and physical level.
When Racism Anchors Your Health
An exploration of health disparities in America shows that even if you’re a black American in 2018 with a sound bank account, you can’t buy whiteness.
The Need for Patient Advocacy When You're Black in the Doctor's Office
Doctors tells us the most effective ways to advocate for a friend or family member.
My Open Letter to Doctors About How to Treat Black and Latinx HIV Patients
New research reinforces the fact that doctors are unable to effectively engage with high-risk communities. Here's why.