Episodes

Is artifical intelligence truly neutral - or is it quietly reflecting and amplifying society's deepest biases? In this episode of Black Women's Health with Dr. Rahman, we unpack a recent MIT study that shed light on non- clinical determinants of health of clinical decisions in Large Language Models (LLS).

You get to determine if it's racist.

The Medium is the Message: How Non-Clinical Information Shapes Clinical Decisions in LLMs. Gourabathina A et al. 6/2025

Don't listen to this podcast if you believe that- Ageism doesn't exist in current day medicine- Sexism doesn't exist in current day medicine- Racism doesn't exist in current day medicineDr Stella Safo shares her personal experience. Now she advocates for change.On September 30, 2025, she will lead a virtual workshop for physicians called Thriving In the Last Mile.

A Physician. A Wife. A Mother. A Stage 4 Cancer Patient. Here's to "shining the light" on this incredible person. This is one of my favorite interviews.

When the NAACP Image Awards reached out about this podcast, I was stunned. I didn't start this to win recognition - I started it because Black women deserve clarity, care and truth in health conversations.It's not about awards, it's about staying committed.

From Facebook groups to celebrity headlines, woen are promoting GLPs (Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro) as magic fix for menopause. Are we mixing hype with science. Are we being sold another expensive quick fix, and what does this mean for women's health.

Serena"s the face, but Ro is the system. And the system we're moving toward may not be about health for all. It may not be about health at all - it may be about profit.

Reducing Black maternal mortality isn't just a moral imperative - it improves health outcomes for all women and strengthens the economy. McKinsey's new report lays out a five-point strategy, but is it enough? In this episode, Dr. Rahman breaks it down: what they got right, what's missing, and what else needs to be done. Group prenatal care, Medicaid reform and Black leadership in clinical trials must be part of the conversation. Listen in for a provocative, fact-based take on how we can truly sa...

Rihanna's back-to-back pregnancies have sparked conversations about pregnancy spacing - how close is too close between births? In this episode, we break down what research says about short pregnancy intervals, the risks for mom and baby. Whether you're planning your next child or just curious about the medical facts, you'll learn what's recommended and why timing matters.

In this episode of Black Women's Health, discover how to:- Spot your risk early - ethnicity, family history, and low vitamin D matter- Use routine ultrasound and lab tests to catch fibroids before they grow, before they become symptomatic- cut every day exposures that can fuel fibroid growth- choose treatment based on your age, fertility goals and symptoms - not every woman with fibroids needs a hysterectomy.

What happens when the healer needs healing? In this episode, Dr, Rahman shares the story of a retired cardiologist who struggled with fatigue, high blood pressure, accelerating biological age unitl he change made changes available to all of us.If your doctor isn't living well, what does that mean for your care. And more importantly, how can you take control of your own health,This is not about blame, it's about possibility.

She never imagined she'd be diagnosed with vulvar cancer. But when it happened, she had to search for a way not only to survive but to continue living with joy and purpose. Now, after completing treatment and living with side effects, she's sharing her story out loud.In this powerful episode of Black Women's Health, Dr. Rahman talks with a former patient who reached out to be heard. Together, they unpack what it meas to be diagnosed with a rare cancer, how treatment can impact the body and spiri...

Deepfakes are usually seen as a threat - but could they also be a tool for healing?In this episode, Dr. Rahman explores the surprising, emerging role of AI-generated avatars and deepfake technology in healthcare. AI may offer real solutions - but it also brings serious risks: misinformation, bias and the loss of trust.Are deepfakes a danger to Black Health- or an opportunity to reshape it? Topics covered- The potential to AI avatars to improve patient education- Hidden dangers: bias, liability, ...

What if the video you saw from a trusted celebrity wasn't real?In this episode, Dr. Rahan shares a chilling firsthand account of a deepfake ad featuring Viola Davis - an AI manipulated video that twisted a real interview about diabetes into a fake endorsement for diabetes "tincture". With over 306,00 views and more than 500 shares, the ad was convincing, dangerous and totally false.Dr. Rahman explains how scammers are now using deepfake technology to mimic real people, rewrite their words and pu...

What really happens when you walk into a Crisis Pregnancy Center?In this episode of Black Women's Health Podcast, Dr. Rahman pulls back the curtain on CPCs- center that often look like medical clinics but may not offer full unbiased reproductive care.We break down:- What CPCs are (and what they're not)- Why they often target Black women and low income women- Misinformation about abortion pill reversalWhether you're pregnant , supporting someone who is , or just want to understand the difference ...

Women's bodies are studied when it's profitable, ignored when it's not. In this raw episode, Dr Rahman breaks down uncomfortable truths in women's health- why potentially low cost, low risk options get dismissed without study. This scientific neglect and silence creates the opportunity for online influencers and charlatans to make far-fetched, miraculous claims of health and healing to women desperately looking for healing.You'll learn:-why pelvic tone is important and what problems loss of tone...

The definition of women's health has expanded. It is no longer limited to reproductive and gynecologic concerns. As DEI becomes less of a consideration for medical schools and health care systems, you have to wonder how racism in healthcare and emerging health care technooogy will be address

After being restrained, drug and tied to her bed after trying to "go home", this 96 yr old Black woman from Hemingway SC thougtht she was going to be lynched.After that , we did our best to keep her out of the area hospital that continue to use restraints - often as their "first choice"This lovely lady passed away on Mother's Day. Let's treat our elders better.

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.

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.

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...

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