Black Women’s Health

Latest Episodes:

Hope, Health and Hard Truths: Dr. Cheryl Law Talks Breast Cancer, The Adventure Jar and Black Women Mar 10, 2025

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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 metastatic breast cancer led to the creation of The Adventure Jar - a book to help families with young children talk about and manage life with love and hope.

This conversation is about more than breast cancer - it's about resilience, storytelling and the healing power of connection. Whether you're navigating cancer yourself or supporting someone who is, Dr. Law's story offers encouragement , honesty and inspiration.

Topics Covered:

Dr. Cheryl Law's journey with metastatic breast cancer
Finding strength in community and storytelling
Affiliation with Gilead and inspiration behind the The Adventure Jar
Helping families with young children navigate illness
Empowerment through advocacy and shared experience

Reclaiming Power: A Womanist Approach to Black Women's Health with Dr. Wylin D. Wilson Feb 20, 2025

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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 medical research and within bioethics
how race, gender and ethics intersect in reproductive health

Black women's healthcare is shaped by ethical systems that don't always prioritize our voices. In her book, Womanist Bioethics: Social Justice, Spirituality and Black Women's Health Dr Wilson lays out the rationale for assessing Black women's health using a womanist bioethics perspective. For change, we need awareness, advocacy, system accountability focusing on those most negatively impacted.

How to Navigate Menopause Jan 29, 2025

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Menopause: What does it mean? Why is it so difficult? Where can I get answers? Learn and get answers to your questions. Join us in a FREE online Menopause course staring 2/1/2025

Girl, don't lay down.. Jan 24, 2025

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You have been served noticed! The current elected officials may not have your best interest in mind. Now, more than ever it is important to practice self care. How? What? Check out our previous podcasts - they're for you.

Dismissed and in Pain: A Young Black Woman's Journey Through Endometriosis" Jan 20, 2025

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What happens when your pain is ignored, your symptoms dismissed, and you're left to navigate a debilitating condition on your own? In this episode, we dive into the powerful story of a young Black woman whose battle with endometriosis was compounded by medical disregard. Discover how Ms. Nace DeSanders turned her struggle into strength, ultimately creating the groundbreaking film Dance of the Demon to shed light on the suffering of so many with chronic debilitating conditions.

Are You Missing Vital Nutrients? And How Would You Know? Jan 09, 2025

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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.

Is Menopause a Hoax? Jan 03, 2025

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Is Menopause a hoax? Is it a "disease" created and designed for midlife women requiring medications (s) to successfully manage? If you believe this, stop here. This podcast is not for you. In this podcast, Ms. Charlie Jordan Brookins, shares the personal story of her menopause discovery and holistic management. Today she is a certified menopause coach committed to helping other women to navigate menopause. If this information is helpful to you, don't forget to share with a girlfriend.

Salt, Genes and Blood Pressure: What Black Americans Need to Know Nov 28, 2024

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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.

Flakes, Frustration and Black Hair: Tackling Seborrheic Dermatitis Nov 21, 2024

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Seborrheic dermatitis⁠ isn't just about an dry, itchy and flaky scalp - it's a battle many Black women face while trying to maintain healthy, beautiful hair. From persistent flakes to scalp irritation that disrupts hair styles, this condition with unpredictable flare ups can cause for constant frustration and loss of confidence. In this episode, we'll breakdown the symptoms you need to know, the unique haircare challenges for textured hair and treatment options including the latest treatment, Zoryve (roflumilast). Together with⁠ Dr. Heather Woolery-Lloyd⁠, a board certified dermatologist and her patient , Grace who was diagnosed with seborrheic dermatitis at an early age. They share their expertise and their experience. Together, we tackle seborrheic dermatitis and provide answers to questions related to care .

How to Use Your Menstrual Flow Oct 30, 2024

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We examine and use for diagnosis/monitoring our:

Blood
Saliva
Stool
Urine

Why don't we examine and use for diagnosis/monitoring a woman's menstrual flow?

Our guest, Dr. Naseri, has researched this question. Listen as she discusses the current and potential uses of menstrual blood flow that is being offered by her company, Qvin.

If the thought of using menstrual blood flow for diagnosis and monitoring seems disgusting and/or inappropriate to you, we ask you Why?