ProfNet Experts Available on Hurricane Harvey, Breast Cancer, More

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EXPERT ALERTS

• Hurricane Harvey Photo Speaks Volumes, But Doesn't Paint Whole Picture
• Insurance Coverage and Natural Disasters
• 20th Anniversary of Princess Diana's Death
• Unique Challenges of Breast Cancer Diagnosis for African-American Women
• The Secret to Living Longer

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• Career Crossroads: Former Washington Post Reporter on Life After the Newsroom
• Blog Profiles: Donut Blogs

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EXPERT ALERTS:

Hurricane Harvey Photo Speaks Volumes, But Doesn't Paint Whole Picture
Bill Hopkins
Health Care Attorney
Shackelford, Bowen, McKinley & Norton, LLP in Austin
The dramatic photo of residents of an assisted living facility in Dickinson, Texas, sitting in waist-deep water while waiting to be evacuated is one of the most widely shared photos of Hurricane Harvey's aftermath. While some were quick to pass judgment on the facility owner, her actions should be commended. Says Hopkins: "Similar to what we saw with Hurricane Katrina, there is not a lot that an assisted living facility can do in these circumstances. With elderly residents who are fragile and frequently equipment-dependent, you cannot simply load them in cars or vans and move them somewhere easily. In fact, studies have shown that sometimes attempting to relocate these residents in an emergency situation can result in stress-related incidents such as heart attacks and strokes. Reports indicate that the owner tried her best to get help and support, but was told that help was not readily available. Luckily for these residents, she did not take no for an answer and thought outside the box to get her people to safety. Rather than second-guessing her decision, she should be applauded for doing what was necessary to get her people safe."
Contact: Rhonda Reddick, [email protected]

Insurance Coverage and Natural Disasters
Robert Epstein
Shareholder; Co-Chair, National Construction Law Practice
Greenberg Traurig LLP
"All property owners should review their insurance programs to assure that they have the proper coverage in adequate amounts."
Epstein practices in the area of construction law and contracting. He wrote an article in the New Jersey Law Journal about rebuilding New Jersey's infrastructure after Hurricane Sandy, and can speak to similar topics.
Website: http://www.gtlaw.com/People/Robert-C-Epstein
Contact: Sarah Misailidis, [email protected]

20th Anniversary of Princess Diana's Death
Gregory Payne
Professor
Emerson College, Boston
"The 20th Anniversary of the tragedy provides us with an important historical opportunity to assess the worldwide meaning of Diana's death and how the celebrity spectacle of Diana has developed today into the reality TV-driven culture and society that now exists in the White House."
Dr. Payne's research in celebrity spectacle began with the tragic death of Princess Diana. Emerson College hosted the first national conference on celebrity spectacle and Diana's death in Boston in October 1997. There were two additional conferences, one in Paris on January 1998, and another in London at Goldsmiths College on August 1998. All three conferences featured top academics, journalists and individuals close to the "Diana Phenomenon," including Dr. Frederick Maillez, the doctor who treated Diana after the accident; Rene Delorm, Dodi Al-Fayed's former butler; and Lady Colin Campbell, author of "The Real Diana." In response to the phenomenon surrounding the tragedy on the global community, these conferences were organized by the Department of Communication at Emerson College to promote further dialogue and discussion in an effort to understand this rhetorical phenomenon and the short and long-term meaning to the diverse audience.
Website: www.emerson.edu
Contact: Michelle Gaseau, [email protected]

Unique Challenges of Breast Cancer Diagnosis for African-American Women
Cheryl Holloway, PhD
Director, Bachelor of Science in Public Health Program
South University
Dr. Holloway is available to discuss the unique challenges and implications of a breast cancer diagnosis for African-American women. As an African-American woman who is a two-time breast cancer survivor and a public health professional and educator, Dr. Holloway has both personal and professional insight into the barriers that sometimes stand between African-American female patients and proper medical screening, diagnosis and care.
Says Dr. Holloway: "A breast cancer diagnosis is terrifying, but after the initial shock subsides, women owe it to themselves and those who love them to take charge of their health. Oftentimes, black women face unique challenges in their breast cancer battle and they must feel confident enough to ask questions and get the information they need about their treatment. Black women are more likely to be diagnosed with breast cancer before the age of 40, so check-ups and screening are vital. Yet, many black women miss these appointments because they don't have healthcare centers near their homes or the transportation to get them there. However, they should know there are many resources available to help them. I want every woman to have that information."
Based in the Detroit area, Holloway is the author of the book "The Black Woman's Breast Cancer Survival Guide, Understanding and Healing in the face of a Nationwide Crisis."
Website: www.southuniversity.edu
Contact: Betsy Nolen, [email protected]

The Secret to Living Longer
William Manger, MD, PhD
Founder
National Hypertension Association
Everyone wants to live longer and be healthy. And with U.S. life expectancy declining, we could all use a fountain of youth. And, although we haven't yet discovered the famous legend sought by Ponce de Leon, wouldn't it be fantastic to have a manual on how to achieve this on our own? Says Dr. Manger: "Our nation was built primarily on 'family, faith, friends, and hard work.' Furthermore the remarkable success of this democracy depends, to a very large extent, on the freedom we enjoy so much. And, we should appreciate more than ever, the crucial role of responsibility in our lives. This includes managing our own health. And we are now facing a health crisis as a direct result of unhealthy lifestyles."
In his 90s, Dr. Manger may have found the secrets to living longer. In his new book, "Live Longer, Live Better: Avoid the Risks," he outlines 10 key factors that impact health and lifestyle, and that ultimately define the very core of well-being. With an impressive resume that begins with his graduation from Yale in 1944 and includes a fellowship at the Mayo Clinic from 1950-1955, he has a lifelong history of emphasizing healthy living as a form of preventing chronic illnesses. He founded the National Hypertension Association in 1977, which has since conducted groundbreaking research, he has dedicated his life to improving lives.
Contact: Penny Sansevieri, [email protected]

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• CAREER CROSSROADS: FORMER WASHINGTON POST REPORTER ON LIFE AFTER THE NEWSROOM. Career Crossroads is a series that features journalists, bloggers and freelancers and their professional journalists. In this installment, we caught up with Theola DeBose, a former reporter for the Washington Post who recently launched a podcast, "The Gray Side: Life After Journalism": http://prn.to/2xq7rpt
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