Black Women’s Health

In this episode of Black Woman's Health Podcast, Dr. Rahman confesses. The experience became a gift - a lesson in accountability, humility and extending grace especially in a season when everyone is carrying more than they show.

In this episode of Black Women's Health Podcast, Dr. Rahman discusses the small but increasing interest in home births. For Black Women this is often a choice made to avoid the inherent racism encountered within our healthcare system. Dr. Rahman is sadden to see the amount of public attention that is being given to menopause compared to the relative lack of attention given to Black maternal mo...

In this episode of Black Women's Health, Dr. Rahman will discuss why we need more research, not more menopause products, Currently;Pharma tells women : "Here's a prescription solution."Wellness tells women: "Here's a supplement solution"'Food Industry: "Here's a menopause bar with collagen and adaptogens for $29.99." The question: - If symptoms are due to declining estrogen levels, why womens' sym...

We come to the end of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In this episode of Black Women's Health Podcast , Dr. Rahman highlights Clairity, the first FDA authorized AI platform for predicting a woman's five year future risk of developing breast cancer. She explains why 1) this is a potential benefit for women at risk for triple negative breast cancer and 2) how this could help to personalize ca...

Black consumers drive over $1.7 trillion in annual spending . In this episode of Black Women's Health, Dr Rahman pulls back the curtain on how brands, media and even health campaings target the Black consumer- and why awareness is power.

In this episode of Black Women's Health Podcast, Dr Rahman talks about the who, how, what, where and why vitamins with Blackgirl Vitamins. A Perennial favorite ..

Even privilege can't guarantee success in women's health innovation. In this episode of Black Women's Health Podcast, Dr. Rahman , board certified OB/GYN looks at why so many women's health startups fail - even when backed by money, influence and access. Inspired by Veronica Adamson"s STAT news article, "Why Promising Women's Health Companies Die So Often", this...

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...

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 clini...

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...

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 abou...

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. T...

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? Topic...

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....

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...

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 healin...

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.