Health Advocacy Episodes

Black Female Doctors often navigate a complex landscape where their expertise may be questioned, and their voices marginalized. It's crucial to assertively communicate observations and concerns about systemic biases and patient care disparities. Engaging in open dialogues and sharing experiences can foster awareness and drive change within healthcare institutions.

In a world full of health influencers, AI chatbots and conflicting advice, it's getting harder to know what's true.In this episode, Dr Rahman get real about the health misinformation epidemic . From TikTok trends to unregulated supplements, to the silence of doctors in short 15 minute visits, we unpack how trusst is breaking down - and how we take our power back.We explore- Who is responsible for your health education- The impact of AI and apps - What we can do to increase our health educationTh...

More women are using Reddit for medical advice - but are these digital spaces representative of Black Women's real health needs? In this episode of Black Women's Health, Dr, Rahman unpacks a key question: Who get represented in digital health- and why does it matter?Drawing from a recent report by Weber Shandwick, we explore how AI, social media and user-generated platforms are shaping the future of healthcare- oftgen without Black voices at the center. We'll talk about:- Why Reddit data may not...

What happens when a doctor assumes you're the patient's girlfriend. Or that your medical insight came from Google? What happens when implicit bias walks into the room?

In this episode, Dr Rahman recounts a recent experience where she and a relative were dismissed, interrogated and condescended to the doctor.. until he learned who she was.

We're talking about implicit bias - how it shows up and how to respond- whether you're a doctor, a patient or someone's who's tired of being overlooked.

Is coaching just hype - or could it be the support Black Women actually need in leadership and life?

Dr. Rahman speaks with Ms. Desiree Cocroft, a certified executive coach to talk : what coaching is, what it's not, and why it might be a game-changer for Black Women navigating burnout, bias and the constant pressure to be the strong one.

You'll hear:

The difference between coaching, mentoring and consulting

When to seek a coach

Three practical tips to help you find the right one

A powerful...

What's really in the braiding hair we use- and what does it mean for our health?
In this urgent and eye-opening episdoe of the Black Women's Podcast, Dr. Rahman speaks with Dr. James E. Rogers, the lead scientist at Consumer Reports, who oversaw the recent investigation into synthetic braiding hair - and what he found may shock you.

100% of the samples tested contained concerning chemicals- including some linked to cancer, hormone disruption and reproductive harm. For millions of Black women an...

When words fail, stories can still heal. In this powerful episode, Dr. Cheryl Law joins Dr. Rahman to share her deeply personal experience with metastatic breast cancer - and how she found her voice through support from family, friends and Facebook groups.

Dr. Law opens up about her initial reluctance to speak out and how affiliating with Gilead and a collective of women living with metatstatic breast cancer led to the creation of Adventure Jar - a book to help families with young children talk...

Why are Black women still fighting to be heard in healthcare? From reproductive justice to medical bias, the way healthcare decisions are made often leaves Black women out of the conversation. But what if the problem isn't just access- what if it's who controls the system?

In this episodeof Black Women's Health, Dr. Rahman speaks with Dr. Wylin D Wilson, an expert in womanist bioethics , to explore:

who makes decisions about Black Women's health- and why it matters

the hidden biases in medica...

Did you know many Black women are at risk of nutrient deficiencies that can impact long-term health? In this episode, we sit down with one of the Medical Advisors and the Chief Strategist at Black Girl Vitamins to uncover the hidden gaps in your wellness routine and how their innovative solutions are empowering women nationwide.

Salt sensitivity is often misunderstood, but its effects on Black Americans are undeniable. In this compelling conversation, Dr. Constance Hilliard discusses how genetic factors influence hypertension risks. This episode is a must -hear for those ready to separate the myths from the facts and salt and health.

What do you do when you hear "You have breast cancer", while being the single mom to three children and having a healthy distrust of the US allopathic doctors and hospitals. Hear the personal story of Rev Tammie - her 20 year survival story. Learn what works, how you can benefit from her struggles , her commitment, Carrie's Touch and work of those with cancer particularly Black females.

Making a difference is an example of what is possible. Dr. Jovonni Spinner is recognized as one of the 40 Health Leaders under the age of 40. She shares her journey from initial professional indecision to her commitment to become a health leader/entrepeneur. Today she follows her passion for helping her community. Whether working within in communities or with corporate clients - her company produces work that is authentic, meaningful, and backed by research.

"Long-term health-related quality of life and symptom severity following hysterectomy, myomectomy or uterine artery embolization for the treatmnt of symptomatic uterine fibroids." Let's be proactive. Let's commit to women's health.


"The Association of Vitamin D with Uterine Fibroids in Premenopausal Patients: a Systematic Review and Meta Analysis."
"Vitamin D and green tea extraction for treatment of uterine fibroids"

According the American Cancer Society, paps are no longer the preferred test for cervical cancer screening. The American Cancer Society Guidelines for the Prevention and Early Detection of Cervical Cancer include high risk HPV testing beginning at 25 yr of age, repeat HPV testing every 5 years, and with a negative HPV screening- discontinuing HPV screening at age 65 years. Why? Dr. Rahman explains.

You work hard.. but then there's that time of the month. You work hard.. but you can't admit to your follow colleagues that you're having perimenopausal symptoms.

Imagine if your employer had a workplace policy to accommodate you when you are experiencing menstrual or menopausal symptoms. What if you could choose to 1) work from home, 2) go to work but have access to amenities that would your help you minimize your symptoms or 3) get a paid day off without requiring a doctor's note.

Incredible...

Meet Dr. Cheryl Woodson. Dr. Woodson has taught and practiced Geriatric medicine for nearly 40 years. She has developed resources focusing on eldercare and self-care for caregivers. These resources are designed to guide families in navigating the caregiving journey while challenging all of us to prioritize self-care, to embrace "living out loud" and to age excellently.

There has been a change. Previously pregnant women and women of childbearing age were excluded from clinical research trials.

Today women of all ages and persons of color are being recruited for clinical research studies.

One active area of research is menopause.There is active and ongoing research regarding the use of medication(s) to delay or to postpone menopause.

Dr. Leslie Farrington is the co-founder and executive director of Black Coalition for Safe Motherhood. In Part I, she tells her story of being Black but looking White and how she has experienced racism.

In this interview she discusses why and how a woman can advocate for herself when receiving heallthcare.

This time, half of the Olympians were female. This year, for the first time, females began addressing their reproductive issues and needs. Wow. Not something to hide - when ackowledged, needs can be addressed. No woman has to endure in silence. A big thank you to all Olympians. You show us what is possible with skill, the right mindset and endurance. Again a special thanks to the female Olympians who have made their presence and their abilities known to the world. Thank you.

Prepuce, Clitoris, Labia Majora, Labia Minora, Urethra, Vagina, Perineum - part of the external female genitalia. External female genitalia has been under-researched, under-examined, under-evaluated: usually ignored. Many females don't look and don't know what's down there. The VULVAR Challenge is to get together with a your daugher, your girlfriends, your romantic partner and discover where the prepuce, clitoris, labia majora, labia minora, urethra , vagina and perineum are located. Once you've...

First weekend in August - Black Farm Tour in Rocky Mount, NC. Men and women, Black men and Black women cycling for a cause: trianglebikeworks.org

Remembering her story, her advocacy.. never underestimate a Black woman.

There are critical gaps in women's understanding our her reproductive from menarche to menopause. Where are we to get our sex/reproductive information. Who should be teaching women about themselves. Dr. Rahman opens her podcasts to include a weekly Q&A where you can submit your questions about your reproductive health including pregnancy, menarche, vaginitis, fibroids, abnormal bleeding menopause - whatever you have concerns about. Don't miss this opportunity to get answers and to empower yourse...

Dive into a candid conversation with Dr. Layal Liverpool as she discusses her newly released book, "Systemic: How Racism is Making Us Ill". We explore the insidious presence of racism in the medical field. From patient treatment disparities to systemic biases, Dr. Liverpool sheds light on the challenges faced by Black/Brown communities and within healthcare. This episode is a must-listen for anyone committed to understanding and combating racial injustice in healthcare.