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Clinical trials are research projects that study the effects of new medical interventions, like drugs, devices, vaccines or behavioral therapies, to determine if they are safe and effective for humans. Only 5% of clinical trial participants are African American. What makes Black people so reluctant to participate in the trials? Why is Black representation important? And what can be done to increase trust? We explore those questions during Another View on Health.

Are you a caregiver for someone in your family? Are you frantic about work, your kids, relationships or your health? Is today's political and social environment causing you sleepless nights? Are you stressed? As we enter the unofficial start of summer, now is the time to take care of you! Wellness professional Bettina Lee shares ways to regain your peace through physical wellness, mental health support and holistic lifestyle coaching.

More than 3 million people voted in last month’s statewide redistricting referendum special election, with the majority voting "yes" to allow for a temporary map that favored Democrats. The Virginia Supreme Court threw out the vote saying the process used to create the amendment was unconstitutional. This decision, on the heels of the SCOTUS ruling that guts the Voting Rights Act, has many in the Black community concerned that their voting rights may be headed back to the Jim Crow era of unfair practices, intimidation and even violence to keep Black and other marginalized people from voting. The Another View Round Table tackles this and other current events.

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that states may not draw congressional redistricting maps based on race, but they can redraw them based on party affiliation. Critics say the decision further erodes fair voter representation, especially for Black and brown people. What will be the impact of Louisiana v. Callais in the upcoming midterm elections? And how will this ruling affect Virginia's Supreme Court decision on redistricting in the Commonwealth?

In addition to the normal struggles of climbing the professional ladder, African American leaders in all professions carry the weight of representing the Black community, with their every move often considered a reflection of the entire race. It can be a heavy burden, sometimes leading to devastating consequences. We have a frank conversation about the hidden struggles of Black professionals and where they turn when they need help with our guests, Dr. Alvean Lyons, Dr. Harold Neighbors, and Another View on Health co-host Dr. Keith Newby.

"Who do you think you are?" - a question usually one usually asks of another, especially in a disagreement. But have you ever asked yourself the question? China Watson, author of "Who Do You Think You Are?", believes that by changing the way we see ourselves and our circumstances, we unlock barriers to new possibilities and growth, and learn to face life challenges with resilience and optimism. Come with us on this journey of self-discovery!

The 250th anniversary of America has sparked renewed interest in family lineage. Many people of European descent can trace family roots back to 1776 and beyond. But for many African Americans, the search is more difficult because of systemic erasure of records during slavery. We share ways for people of color to find their family story. Meet the folks of Kinfolkology and learn how their work is "dedicated to remembering enslaved ancestors as kin and kindred in full partnership with descendent communities."

On Easter Sunday, President Donald Trump threatened Iran on social media. He used profanity, mocked Iranian leadership and threatened to bring harm to Iranian civilians. By most accounts, the tone was shocking. Whatever happened to civility and diplomacy? Is there such a thing anymore as "polite conversation"? Are we becoming a society bereft of manners? Our Another View Round Table pundits discuss these questions and more.

Last weekend, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to pay TSA workers. Will this end long lines at airport security checkpoints? Meanwhile, ground troops are headed to the Middle East despite the President's insistence that the war with Iran is "ahead of schedule" and will be ending soon. Plus, there is confusion and disinformation as Virginians decide on a temporary redistricting plan. Political and legal analyst Dr. Eric Claville brings perspective and clarity to these issues and more.

Each year in the United States, hundreds of women die during pregnancy or within the first year of giving birth, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Thousands of women experience unexpected outcomes of labor and delivery, with serious health consequences; and 80% of pregnancy related deaths in the U.S. are preventable. For Black women, the numbers are alarming. Black women are three times more likely to die from pregnancy than white women. According to the CDC, several factors contribute to this disparity, including lack of quality healthcare and underlying chronic conditions. Social determinants of health such as unstable housing, food insecurity and low incomes prevent Black and other minority women from having fair opportunities for economic, physical and emotional health. April 11-17 is Black Maternal Health Week, so on this episode of Another View on Health, find out how maternal health care disparities impact Black women in Hampton Roads, and learn how the Black Maternal Health Equity Action Alliance is making a difference.