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Brandon Francis, MD, MPH is a Neurointensivist at Mercy Health Saint Mary's in Grand Rapids, Michigan.  He will discuss neuro critical care issues and experiences loved ones face in the event of a neurological healthcare emergency.  Dr. Francis is also the Course Director and Instructor for an evidence based Emergency Neurological Life Support (ENLS) certification course for healthcare professionals.  For more information log on http://www.neurocriticalcare.org/enls.      

Alida Randall, Kent County Public Defender will discuss future political role in upcoming 2018 election. Staci Gerken, Area on Aging in Western Michigan will discuss diabetes management. Tyrone Bynum, Host for Drive for the Dream will co-host to discuss recent U.S. Federal indictments for Paul Mannafort and Richard Gates, III.   Have a safe Halloween!  

Dr. Christy Gamble, Director of health Policy and Legislative Affairs for the Black Women's Health Imperative Organization.  Dr. Gamble will discuss new proposed legislative policies as it relates to healthcare.   Ms. Deb Williams, a licensed insurance agent/owner.  Ms. Williams will discuss the ACA changes as it relates to the U.S. President's executive order. Ms. Willa Frej, journalist for HuffPost.  Ms. Frej will discuss new article entitled, "What The Hell Was This Rachel Maddow Segment?".   Have a wonderful week!

Dan Sherman is a Financial Clinician for Mercy Health Saint Mary's in Grand Rapids, Michigan.  Mr. Sherman will discuss Medicare Enrollment and describe some of the complexities of the healthcare program for seniors.  Mr. Sherman will instruct a 2018 Medicare Class to assist eligible Medicare recipients to understand Medicare, Medigap, Medicare Part D, and Medicare Advantage plans.  For more information contact Mercy Health Saint Mary's at 616-685-1869. Brenna O'Brien is the Chicago Local Chapter Lead for Illinois for an organzation called, "Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America".  Ms. O'Brien wll discuss the mission and goals for the organization.  A rally will be held on Monday, October 9, 2017 in Chicago, Illinois.  For more information, go to www.momsdemandacton.org or text ACT to 64433. Christy Gamble, JD, DrPH, MPH, Director of Policy & Legislative Affairs for the Black Women's Imperative organization in Washington, DC.  Dr. Gamble will discuss the GOP attacks on CHIP, Community Health Centers, abortion access, and current political issues. Have a safe and enjoyable weekend!    

James Palmore, an artist.  Mr. Palmore will discuss artwork on display at 2017 ArtPrize. Gino Gonzales, a native Puerto Rican will discuss the aftermath of Hurricane Maria.  

Amy S. Peele, a mystery writer, will discuss her new medical murder mystery book entitled, "Cut".  For more information about the book go the amazon.com. Elizabeth Harris, an ex-felon will discuss life after incarceration with an emphasis on women of color.      

Jayda Craig, a childhood cancer survivor.  She will discuss her personal experience as a child with cancer.  Ms. Craig is an author, minister at Word of Life Family Christian Center in Laverne, Tennessee; and the host of Honey Talk Live every Thursday evening at 7:30PM CST/8:30PM EST.  For more information contact [email protected]/ or follow her on Facebook. Vicki Swendroski is a nurse educator at Mercy Health Saint Mary's who oversees an inter-professional health care team that focuses on early recognition and treatment of patients who might be suffering  from SEPSIS.  Ms. Swendroski will discuss SEPSIS and prevention. Luis Guitan, a middle school teacher and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recepient.  Mr. Guitan will discuss the recent Trump administration announcement to end DACA. For Inidividuals Affected by the three dangerous storms; Irma, Jose, and Katia, BE SAFE.