Episodes
The reason to vote..
..representation. Vote like your life depends on it. Fact not hyperbole.
Three words
Malcolm X described the black woman was the most disrespected, unprotected and neglected woman in America. Recently MadameNoire magazine asked 50 black women to describe their experience of living in America in 3 words. What ...
Life is a journey.
Hear from a sport medicine physician who through a tragic situations learned her calling. A black woman who was willing to follow an unusual path. And through personal experience has learned the benefit of good nutrition.. No...
Black women speak out..
How do you find your doctors. The idea of a directory came about when I started getting multiple request for the names of other black health cards providers. It’s been work putting it together. There have been naysayers. And ...
It’s a journey- Breast Cancer conversation, Part 4.
Our last conversation for now.. hopefully you and/or a loved one can benefit from the experience and expertise offered.
Breast Cancer - Part 3. Getting down to the nitty gritty.
Twists, turns and delayed diagnosis- now straight talk. What every woman needs to understand about breast cancer, signs & symptoms, tips about self care and the need to advocate for yourself. (Once again please excuse the sta...
“How is this possible?!” Breast cancer dialogue- Part 2
This is a conversation about breast cancer from three different perspectives- the patient, the best friend, the breast surgeon. Last week we heard from Dr. Lisa. Now Joan tells her story.
Breast cancer conversation from 3 different perspectives- the patient, the best friend, the surgeon
Today we meet Dr. Lisa-
Recently diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer.
This is not a depressing recital of dismal statistics about breast cancer and black women. They’ve flipped the script. It’s about life and strength and other black women who rally in support. It’s uplifting. Kudos to these wo...
GirlTrek -how a movement came to be
The two girl friends had an idea for social change - a way to improve the lives of black women. They had the idea, but no money. What did they do? They received an Echoing Green fellowship. How was that possible? And is ther...
Why listen to this podcast?
Black Women’s Health is filling a void in today’s society that tries to devalue the worth of black women. We know differently.
What would Ida say?
On May 4, 2020 Ida B Wells was posthumously awarded a Pulitzer Prize for her reports on lynchings. On February 23,2020 a Black was shot and killed by 2 white men while jogging. Justice has yet to be served.
“Sometimes you have a call a thing a thing.”
What I would respectfully say to the US Surgeon General, Dr. Jerome Adams.
Covid 19 - Should black doctors be doing more?
Not a condemnation, rather a call to action.
Calgon take me away
With all the craziness, fear, and general angst during the Covid pandemic - I wonder is there a better place, a better city, a better country that I can go to? Reflections on “a better place”..
CoronaVirus - does race matter?
It been rumored that blacks are immune to the Coronavirus, however the when scrutinized just the opposite is seen. Yet another health disparity? Why relatively few racial breakdown of those affected. Do our chronic conditions...
Of course, I’m stressed.
Pandemics, illness, stay-at-home mandates, lay-offs, short on money, kids home 24/7. I’m overstressing, over eatting, over indulging.. What other options are there? Consider the “inner smile” to help rid anxiety.Mental alchem...
Coronavirus & pregnancy
Will my baby be affected by this virus? Should I keep my prenatal appointments? I’m laid off - do I risk harm to me and my baby, to get money? Truly a vulnerable group.. what can be done? Contact Dr. Rahman with your thoughts...
Yellow Fever & Coronavirus- then & Now PART 2
When things look bleak- a positive attitude can make the difference
Yellow Fever, Coronavirus - then & now
What has history shown us? As we face another health crisis.. let’s remember our strength. Let’s rise.
Honey Child, did you hear about Honey Pot?
Beatrice Dixon made a statement. Some thought it was racist. Most didn’t and her sales doubled. Her company produces plant based feminine care products.. an example of black women rising. Hear her story..
Atrazine- BE AWARE.
For years, Dr. Tyrone Hayes has been researching and speaking out about the effects of Atrazine. For years his work was discredited. Now more are paying attention to what he has been saying. Atrazine is a hormone disrupter. A...
Anarcha, Betsey, Lucy and Dr. Helen O Dickens
Lest we forget.. the Mothers of Modern Gynecology and a Medical Giant in Women’s Health, women who have paved the way. Thank you.