Grow with Dr. Leo

Grow with Dr. Leo Dr. Leo Moore is a physician, advocate, and health coach based in Los Angeles, CA.

12/01/2025

Resharing in honor of World AIDS Day and the recent release of an ABC News article where we PACHA members are sounding the alarm about our concerns for the health of people living with HIV in this country and globally.

Today is World AIDS Day.The theme is: "Overcoming disruption, transforming the AIDS response", which is a fitting theme ...
12/01/2025

Today is World AIDS Day.

The theme is: "Overcoming disruption, transforming the AIDS response", which is a fitting theme for what we are currently facing.

The Trump administration has decided not to acknowledge World AIDS Day. This is the first year World AIDS Day has not been recognized by the White House since 1993, the first time in over 3 decades. This seems fitting for this administration, given that they also had not acknowledged the current sitting, federally appointed, Presidential Advisory Council on HIV/AIDS (PACHA) until we had an article published with ABC News today.

Their response was not surprising. We are not "largely a symbolic body engaging in a PR exercise", we are a federal advisory committee, which is the same classification as the Advisory Council on Immunization Practices (ACIP). Our body is comprised of highly trained and community-focused experts, including people living with HIV, physicians, nurses, researchers, health department leaders, community advocates, and more. We have contacted this administration multiple times regarding continuing our advisory role and been met with radio silence. I am resharing a reel that goes into more detail about our meaningful and intentional actions to engage the federal government to continue the work of advising towards Ending the HIV epidemic, once and for all.

Nevertheless, we will not be deterred from the work that we have been called to do. We will not be silent, nor will we be erased.

As a physician who has served people living with and impacted by HIV since I began my medical training in 2011, this work is personal to me. I've lost patients and friends in this fight and have also seen many people thrive and live long and healthy lives with HIV treatment and prevention tools. The marathon continues...

Many thanks to my colleagues on PACHA for your tireless efforts on this article. Special shout outs to Tori Cooper, Carole Treston, Dr. Phillip Chan, Dafina Ward, and our PACHA Co-chairs Marlene Mcneese and Dr. Kellan Baker, as well as the tireless work of Caroline Talev, Kaye Hayes, and the OIDP team! PACHA family is forever!

Link to the full article in bio.

The American Public Health Association meeting was both inspiring and deeply necessary. At a time when public health, an...
11/06/2025

The American Public Health Association meeting was both inspiring and deeply necessary. At a time when public health, and the health and safety of everyday Americans, are under attack, this gathering reminded me why our work matters.

DC felt different this year. I noticed the National Guard, Homeland Security, and an increased DC Metro Police presence, a stark reminder of the actions of this administration. Yet inside the convention halls, there was light, community, and resolve.

I was moved by speakers who shared messages of hope, courage, and resilience. It was also a joy to reconnect with professors who helped shape my path and to see so many familiar faces and colleagues continuing the fight for equity and health justice.

As Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. said, “The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends toward justice.”

We will never relent. Onward together.

Sending love to the team for my new "Healing with the Homies" workout tank!For those who may be unfamiliar with BEAM, t...
10/23/2025

Sending love to the team for my new "Healing with the Homies" workout tank!

For those who may be unfamiliar with BEAM, the Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective (BEAM) is a national organization working to remove the barriers Black people face in accessing emotional health care and healing through education, training, movement-building, and grant-making. Their work is rooted in a healing-justice framework that links collective emotional wellness with broader racial justice efforts and liberation for Black and marginalized communities.

I've been rocking with BEAM since the beginning. Check out their website beam.community for more merch, a mental health wellness practitioner directory, and other resources ✨️

Now it's time to lift 💪🏿

Many thanks to and Jennifer Gore for including me in this article. I’ve been particularly saddened by the passing of D’...
10/17/2025

Many thanks to and Jennifer Gore for including me in this article. I’ve been particularly saddened by the passing of D’Angelo. His music is part of the soundtrack of my life and the lives of so many others. My thoughts and prayers are with his son and family.

Pancreatic cancer diagnosis is tricky because the initial symptoms are usually non-specific. Remember that vague, persistent symptoms should be discussed with your doctor.

Take care of yourselves, family. 🫶🏿

Full article link in my stories.

All smiles after receiving my annual flu and COVID-19 vaccines! I view vaccines as one of the many tools in the toolbox ...
10/10/2025

All smiles after receiving my annual flu and COVID-19 vaccines! I view vaccines as one of the many tools in the toolbox for preventing disease. I'll talk about the other tools in the toolbox in an upcoming video 📹.

There have been a lot of non-scientists and non-healthcare professional politicians promoting mis- and disinformation regarding vaccines, but the most important thing that you can do is talk to your doctor or other trusted healthcare provider about the risks and benefits of vaccinations. Ask questions and ultimately make the best decision for you. For the overwhelming majority of people, there are more benefits than risks! Vaccines have saved countless lives. 💉

Drown out the noise and only take healthcare recommendations from licensed and credentialed healthcare professionals.

Stay healthy and let's grow together. 🌱

09/17/2025

Carbs aren’t the enemy 🚫🥖—ditching them might actually hold you back. The right carbs fuel your body, brain, and long-term health. 🔥

Think whole grains, fruits, veggies, beans… not white bread and sugary snacks. 🥦🍓

Whole carbs = fuel. Processed carbs = skip.

Let’s grow together 🌱

09/12/2025

Curious what a doctor eats in a day? 👀

Tap in for the details and maybe a little inspiration for your next meal! 🙌🏿

Recently, I shared a video about flesh-eating bacteria (Vibrio and others). Sadly it’s back in the headlines.Genevieve G...
09/11/2025

Recently, I shared a video about flesh-eating bacteria (Vibrio and others). Sadly it’s back in the headlines.

Genevieve Gallagher, a wife and mom, is recovering after nearly losing her life to this rare but dangerous infection. She’s now speaking out to raise awareness about how quickly it can strike.

⚠️ The biggest prevention tip: do not go into ocean or brackish water if you have a cut, scrape, or open wound. That small break in the skin can be the entry point for bacteria.

Please join me in wishing Genevieve strength and healing in her recovery. 💙

09/11/2025

🔥💨 Not all cooking methods are created equal when it comes to cancer-causing compounds. Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and heterocyclic amines (HCAs) form when meat is cooked at high temps or over open flames.

In this video, I rank popular cooking methods from worst to best based on exposure risk. Some may surprise you 👀

Simple changes in the kitchen can go a long way toward reducing your long-term cancer risk—without giving up flavor.

🙌🏿 Watch, learn, and let me know what you think.

09/10/2025

Ashwagandha: helpful herb or hidden risk?

Some research shows it may lower stress, improve sleep, and boost energy. But it can also cause stomach upset, drowsiness, liver injury, and interact with common meds.

The truth? It has potential benefits and real risks, so talk to your doctor before starting. Watch for the details.

Also, check out my previous video about turmeric and other natural supplements. Stay safe and healthy folks. 💊

Let's grow together! 🌱

09/09/2025

Stop reaching for alcohol or hydrogen peroxide when you get a cut or scrape‼️

They may look like they’re cleaning the wound, but they actually damage healthy tissue, slow down healing, and increase scarring.

Instead, rinse the cut with plenty of clean running water. If the skin around it looks dirty, you can gently wash the surrounding area with a mild soap — but water alone is often enough. Then apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly or antibiotic ointment before covering with a clean bandage. That’s the evidence-based way to heal faster and safer.

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