Black Women’s Health

Latest Episodes:

Dissecting Racism in Medicine: An Eye-Opening Interview with Dr. Layal Liverpool Jul 24, 2024

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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.

Could This Drug Make Menopause Optional? Jul 22, 2024

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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. Click to listen!

What's in your Prenatal Vitamins? Jul 20, 2024

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A recent study, Commercially Available Prenatal Vitamins Do Not Meet American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Nutritional Guidelines sampled non prescription prenatal vitamins. None of the sampled prenatal vitamins provided what was recommended.

MePeriod with Ms. Lisa Cunningham Jul 17, 2024

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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 which explores puberty, menstruation, and health discovery. No longer a taboo subject matter, mother and daughters open up to their experiences with their menstrual cycles.

Ms Cunningham and Dr. Rahman have a soulful, sister-to-sister conversation about what prompted the creation of MePeriod and the positive health impact it can have in our lives.

Lead Exposure with Tampons?! Jul 16, 2024

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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 to use this product, further evaluation is warranted.

What are we doing to our bodies? What are we exposing our daughters to?

"Tampons as a source of exposure to metal(loid)s" Shearston J et al.

Testing Pregnant Women Jul 12, 2024

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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.

Should pregnant women be in clinical trials? Jul 11, 2024

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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 including pregnant and lactating women clinical research trials. Is it a good idea? Over the next few weeks we will consider the pros and the cons.

Mom & daughter Jul 09, 2024

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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.

40 Weeks - Prenatal labs Jul 06, 2024

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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 and question their prenatal care.

Let your light shine - My story.. Jul 03, 2024

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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 Black. The stories are impactful. There's understanding and bonding. And there's something that is self affirming when someone hears you.

I decided to share some of my own stories. With these stories, I express gratitude those that may never know just how significant there words and actions were to me.

You are welcome to share your story. No negativity allowed.