Akilah Weber Pierson, MD
@aweberpierson
Pregnancy is already tough. For Black women, systemic racism, stress, and barriers to care make it even harder. These aren’t stats—they’re mothers, daughters, sisters. Watch why this disparity exists & what we can do: https://youtu.be/0ZXqUZl8Pe8 #BlackMaternalHealth #HealthEquity #MaternalHealth
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1 in 5 U.S. adults and nearly 20% of youth face mental or substance use disorders each year. I presented SCR 175 to recognize May 2026 as Behavioral Health Awareness Month. We must...
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Education is a social determinant of health. I’m proud to author SB 1067 to require early math screening for K-2 students. By catching challenges early, we can close the achievemen...
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My mom's words ring true: California still hasn't delivered quality education to every child. You deserve leaders who prioritize kids over politics—who understand that educational...
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Excited to announce my new podcast "Prescribing a Healthier Future" where we explore how policy shapes public health. Join me for deep dives into healthcare equity, community solut...
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HBCUs aren’t just about degrees — they build lifelong communities, teach leadership, legacy, and giving back. Graduates thrive academically and carry lessons that last a lifetime....
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I authored SB 1199 to stop insurers from ignoring medication copay assistance. Now, if someone pays on your behalf, that amount MUST count toward your deductible. No more shell games, assistance should benefit the patient, not pad insurance profits. 💊🛡️ #SB1199 #HealthEquity #CAleg
Even Beyoncé and Serena Williams faced serious childbirth complications. In this episode, we talk about why Black maternal mortality remains so high and why access alone does not guarantee safety. Watch the clip and the full episode of Prescribing a Healthier Future. https://youtu.be/0ZXqUZl8Pe8
SB 977 passed the California Senate last week. Chain restaurants must offer at least one healthy kids’ meal option clearly on the menu, not hidden or requiring a special request. Meals must meet nutrition standards including under 550 calories, lower sodium and sugar, and zero trans fats.
Alzheimer’s affects 7M Americans, but younger patients face massive private insurance gaps for plaque-reducing drugs. I presented #SB950 to ensure timely access to FDA-approved treatments for early-onset diagnoses. We must align coverage policies to reflect the urgency of this disease 🩺🗳️
When communities speak up together, leaders pay attention. In this episode, we talk about how consistent advocacy around prevention programs, reimbursement, and access to care can influence funding and policy decisions. Watch the full conversation: https://youtu.be/0ZXqUZl8Pe8
Know which school sends more Black students to medical school than Harvard or Yale combined? New podcast episode with Dr. Kelly O. Elmore digs into why HBCUs remain essential to solving our physician diversity crisis. Watch: youtu.be/aEG7HS3WY0c
Effective CPR can triple a person's chance of survival. I authored SB 945 to require hands-on CPR & AED training for all CA high schoolers by 2027. We’re empowering our students to be first responders and ensuring these life-saving skills aren't left to chance. 🩺❤️ #SB945 #PublicHealth
Family innovations during COVID? My mom's Zoom calls changed everything. Full story on the pod! #FamilyHealth #COVID19Lessons #HealthEquity #PodcastHighlight #SDOH
Did you know your zip code impacts your health more than your genetic code? 80-90% of health outcomes are determined outside the doctor's office - in where we live, work, and play. These social factors shape our wellbeing far more than medical visits alone. #HealthEquity
At least 57 HBCUs received bomb threats in just January and February—racially motivated acts of intimidation, according to the FBI. Dr. Kelly O. Elmore and I discuss safety, leadership, and why real leaders protect their people—especially our students. 🎓 Full episode: youtu.be/aEG7HS3WY0c
STREAM TIME! Day 17 of the Mental Health May Marathon! twitch.tv/naiadnae .°˖✧ #vtuber #vstreamer #vsky #envtuber ✧˖°.
Breaking: For the first time, a war powers resolution to block Trump's ability to go to war in Iran has advanced out of the Senate, thanks to votes from 4 Republican senators! Credit: @aaronparnas.bsky.social | Source #WarResolution #IranConflict #SenateVotes
The decision to exclude Eoghan Ó Ceannabháin from the Dublin Central debates just doesn’t make sense. In Galway West, 9 candidates are going head to head in debates, while in Dublin Central only 8 are being given a chance to put forward their perspective.
“Our mission is always to be thinking about what kind of diseases, threats pose a threat to the health of the public here. So we do, of course, take a very immediate interest in this kind of disease outbreak.” https://www.khon2.com/local-news/hawaii-ebola-outbreak-monitoring/
This brings the total number of such vehicles donated by Taiwan since 2023 to over 200. Thank you, Taiwan, for standing with Ukraine and freedom!
𝘖𝘩𝘢𝘺𝘰 𝘨𝘰𝘻𝘢𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘴𝘶 from Osaka, Japan. These two darlings really love this particular spot on the cement near the massive drop. #PeregrineFalcons
That's right Luna. You get mad at that chipmunk for existing, that'll show 'em. #caturday
TRUMP JUST DROPPED THE UFO FILES. THE GOVERNMENT JUST CONFIRMED IT. DON'T CLAP YET. ASK WHO STILL HASN'T BEEN RELEASED. #UFOFiles #TrumpUFO #UAPDisclosure #BreakingNews #PentagonFiles #AliensExist
He should see her as the enemy. Instead, Raffael looks at Azalea like she’s the only thing worth surviving the war for. www.amazon.com/Elemental-Wo... #alphaxwarrior #fantasycouple #romanticfantasybooks #darkromancefiction #bookcommunityromance #werewolfromancebooks
Mahdi.Hemmat: #RFKJr. #Iran I'm sure that every health secretary did cocaine off toilet seats... #RoadKill
The time to act is now. The cost of living is way too high, but instead of pushing policies to make life more affordable, Republicans have only made matters worse by stripping millions of Americans of their health care.
#WWE #WrestleMania 42 - #Penta makes his #MortalKombat inspired entrance | #wwewrestlemania
A far-right influencer is suing the charity 10,000 Interns, claiming their trailblazing schemes supporting Black people are “anti-white”. We’re pushing back:
Idaho’s Senate Judiciary Committee looked like it was on LSD when it killed HB 668. The House passed it 68–1. Do the basics: wellness check, investigation, report. Too much accountability, apparently. #IdahoFamilyCourt #HB668 #WellnessCheckWeekends https://loom.ly/jK-kFY4
Israel🇮🇱KNEW that Global Sumud Flotilla’s intl civilians would return home, show/report their bruises, broken ribs, sexual assault..& the world would do🚫! END COMPLICITY @ec.europa.eu SUSPEND the EU-IL AA @kajakallas.bsky.social @eucopresident.consilium.europa.eu @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu @afp.com
> hey @vladbat00.bsky.social make the camera with a perspective projection seems to be looking more interesting this way?..
Violating separation of powers Violating church & state Violating duty to faithfully execute laws EXPLOITATION of children COVER-UP for rich old pervs Violation of trust & safety of all Americans Violation of free & fair judiciary w/o fear or favor Violation of 14th amend. EQUALITY FOR ALL
First clip from "REGULAR SHOW: THE LOST TAPES" The new series premieres May 11 on #CartoonNetwork and streams on HBO Max later this year
Joey certainly wouldn’t but Johnny Ramone was a Reagan man This song is about Linda leaving Joey for Johnny
OpenAI Launches DeployCo, GM Shifts Workforce Toward AI, and AI That Listens #ai #artificialintelligence #future #machinelearning #ainews
📑 The right to meaningful explanation in #AlgorithmicManagement: commentary on the CJEU’s judgment in Dun & Bradstreet Austria, Case C-203/22 Read the technical brief by ETUI senior researcher, Aída Ponce Del Castillo 🔗 etui.org/Z9A
«Пал лаічь», - саме так Патрушев-молодший звернувся до Путіна . віце-прем’єр назвав імʼя одного з двійників російського диктатора?
Rep. Ocasio-Cortez told people to vote for the Democratic opponent of the Zionist Jews control Hollywood lady, Maureen Galindo. Guess who was unhappy about that? Hasan Piker.
What Epstein investigation? There was never an Epstein investigation per se; any talk of one will dissipate shortly under my watchful eye. This department has been mismanaged, and I’ll be getting it back on track
˚◦꒰🥼 i did a little deep dive into uma musume yesterday, i like this uma. she is me...! well... she look like IRL me...! i'm gonna go grab a VRC avi and play toys sometime~꒱ sorry, i— uh– collect all the autistic girlies and kin them. so the silly horse girl franchise isn't an exception XP
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And it all starts with you. Join the WA Dems volunteer team to help organize, mobilize, and power communities across our state. Whether it’s making phone calls, knocking on doors, or supporting local events, there’s a place for everyone in this movement! wadems.org/volunteer/
The first big boost to @edsbs.bsky.social and @hollyanderson.bsky.social's #CharitibundiBowl came with the first Trump administration's anti-immigration messaging. The 2026 event, which runs through this weekend, crossed the million-dollar mark Wednesday evening. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
EARTHQUAKE! #MysteryWrestling24 Watch the full show on mysterywrestling.com #MysteryWrestling 🤼♂️
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As a son of immigrants, I have spent my career fighting to protect and uplift immigrant families. As Governor, I will continue to defend immigrant communities and help families achieve the California Dream. @chirlaactionfund.bsky.social
Somehow @haleyfax.bsky.social and @sarahpodz.bsky.social take exams at a magic school while attending BitSummit in Kyoto. Don't miss our full video showing off the event! youtu.be/cr-Z-ckmpgI
Can you actually become a comic book character? Dionne Waterman explains how indie comic creators work with real people to inspire characters and create comic book covers. #indiecomics #comicbooks #comicbookcharacters #comiccovers #usdnpodcast
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Hello backseat readers! Today on #BackseatReading as we continue with… Life & Love, now available on BN.com and Amazon linktr.ee/theanthonykt #indiewriter #life #love
Out hiking early to keep Beck cool. Just saw these yellow water lilies.
La ministre de la Santé Stéphanie Rist a annoncé un nouveau système de prise en charge permettant aux jeunes de trouver une consultation en moins de 48 heures.
Once again, Ukrainians aren’t the only ones suffering from russian barbarity. Animals endure this disaster together with their humans. Unlike their owners, unfortunately, pets can’t perceive what is happening and why. Which makes this awful ordeal even more stressful.
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