Dr. Leslie Farrington is an accomplished OBGYN. She is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Black Coalition for Safe Motherhood, Inc (https://blackcoalitionforsafemotherhood.org/) . She has dedicated her life's work maternal health racial disparities and promoting patient advocacy within our health care system. In this personal and insightful interview, she shares…
Dr. Leslie Farrington, an OBGYN and cofounder of Black Coalition for Safe Motherhood. Hear her story.
First weekend in August - Black Farm Tour (https://www.blackfarmtour.us) in Rocky Mount, NC. Men and women, Black men and Black women cycling for a cause: trianglebikeworks.org (https://trianglebikeworks.org)
What's lurking in your tampon. In a conversation with Dr. Rahman, Dr. Jenni Shearston discusses the findingsof her ground breaking study of the presence of toxic metals in tampons. She shares her preliminary research. This episode offers vital information for every woman committed to making informed choices about her personal…
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…
OMG! A recent study , Commercially Available Prenatal Vitamins Do Not Meet American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Nutritional Guidelines samples non-prescription prenatal vitamins. None of the sampled prenatal vitamins provided what was recommended.
A recent study, Commercially Available Prenatal Vitamins Do Not Meet American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Nutritional Guidelines (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11100770/#:~:text=A%20total%20of%2048%20unique,recommendations%20with%20%E2%85%98%20key%20nutrients.) sampled non prescription prenatal vitamins. None of the sampled prenatal vitamins provided what was recommended. (https://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/nutrition-during-pregnancy)
Join us for a powerful and revealing conversation with Dr. Layal Liverpool as we dive deep into the pervasive issue of racism in medicine. Discouver shocking truths about how racial bias impacts patient care and outcomes. This episode uncovers hidden prejudices within the medical community and explores the steps neede…
Dr. Rahman dives into the exciting research on rapamycin, a drug that could revolutionize how we approach aging and menopause. This episode covers a pioneering study on rapamycin and its potential to delay menopause and slow aging. Get the inside scoop on how this could impact your health and well-being.…
Meet the award winning film director and advocate for Black women's health. As the interim EVP of Black Women's Health Imperative founded by Byllye Avery, Ms Cunningham has directed MePeriod (https://meperiod.info) which explores puberty, menstruation, and health discovery. No longer a taboo subject matter, mother and daughters open up to…
Should pregnant and lactating women be participant in clinical drug trials? The National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine have published a Consensus Study Report to address how those involved in such clinical drug trials can avoid liability. Is this a good idea? Let's think about this. Let's talk.
This is imporant! Medication has to be approved by FDA before it can be offered to the public. Since 1962, clinical trials have not included pregnant women. Why? Drugs such as thalidomide and DES (diethylstilbestrol) were given to pregnant women with unwanted and unexpected side effects. Currently, many are promoting…
40 Weeks is the name of our new segment dedicated to eliminating maternal racial disparities and reducing maternal mortality. We discuss basic questions about pregnancy. We answer questions from pregnant women that often go unanswered. It"s important to us to share this information so that more women will actively engage…
This is important. Medication has to be approved by the DFA before it can be offered to the public. Since 1962, clinical trials have not included pregnant women. Why? Drugs such as thalidomide and DES (diethylstilbestrol) to pregnant women in the past with unwanted and unexpected side effects. Currently, many…
Tampons have been shown to contain endocrine disruptive chemicals (EDCs). A recent study now shows that tampons contain metals such as lead which can have deleterious effect on the body. Given that tampons are the most frequently used feminine menstrual product and given the number of years a woman needs…
Each of us has a story of triumphs, failures, loves and losses. Many of us are reluctant to share our stories. Why share? Why expose yourself to negative comments and trolls. We know that have had to endure such negativity. I've been privileged to hear amazing stories from women, especially…
Your baby is growing up. What do you say? How do you prepare her for the physical, mental, hormonal changes that are happening to her body. It's a challenging time for both of you. How to discuss anatomy, her menses, sexuality in a way that supports and empowers your child.
Prenatal labs.. we get the tests. Do you know what tests are being ordered. Do you know why. And do you understand the results. Often we don't know why, or ever get an explanation . We are taking basic and simple topics and answering questions that women may have asked…
Telling your story can be risky because there are so many person ready and willing to be negative. In the face of this reality, do you fine the strength to tell your truth? I am sharing these stories, to say "Thank you" . I am grateful for the persons mentioned.…
Welcome to Black Women's Health podcast which has become a platform to advocate for, promote and to answers all those questions that you can't seem to get answered. Here's a daunting topic - your daughter has started her menstrual cycle. She's confused and scared. The sight of that unexpected bleeding…
