Racquel Stephen
Health, equity and community reporterRacquel Stephen is WXXI's health, equity and community reporter and producer. She joined the newsroom in 2021.
Racquel’s multifaceted radio background includes reporting for WAER in Syracuse and as a host for WLGZ-HD2 in Rochester.
Racquel holds a bachelor's degree in English literature from the University of Rochester and a master's degree in broadcasting and digital journalism from the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University.
Racquel’s interest in health reporting stems from navigating through the developmental disabilities of her toddler son, and witnessing inequities within the health care system.
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Local health officials are alerting the public to a new strain of influenza A that has begun circulating this flu season. -
A local health leader is concerned about hospital capacity as he predicts a long and bad flu season. -
The New York State health department has alerted the public to an increase in measles cases in parts of the state. -
New York State has made significant advancements towards supporting Black maternal health, but state leaders say there’s still more work to be done. -
Dr. Robert Fortuna led a study at UR Medicine and authored a report that prompts physicians to suggest lung cancer screenings to patients who fit the eligibility criteria. -
Officials say it’s like a library on wheels — but instead of checking out books, members can check out tools. -
The YMCA of Greater Rochester has collaborated with Monroe County to provide additional community services at its Lewis Street location. -
The state's Black Legislative Task Force has secured $30 million for nonprofits who help underserved communities. -
The holiday season is quickly approaching, and officials say now is the time to get your flu shot before you gather with family.
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This information, officials said, empowers participants to make informed, preventative health care decisions in partnership with their providers.
