Dr. Jayne Morgan: Women's Heart Health, Menopause & Overcoming Healthcare Bias
Join Dr. Rahman for a vital discussion with leading cardiologist Dr. Jayne Morgan on women's heart health.
Discover how menopause impacts cardiovascular risk and why heart disease is the #1 killer of women, often going undetected due to subtle symptoms.
Dr. Morgan, a renowned advocate for women's health and health equity, sheds light on racial disparities in clinical trials, the importance of hormone therapy, and how to advocate for your health against healthcare bias.
Known for her work in cardiovascular research and her popular "Stairwell Chronicles" series, Dr. Morgan offers essential insights for all women, especially those navigating systemic biases in healthcare.
Timestamps:
0:36 Dr. Jayne Morgan's journey into women's heart health and menopause.
1:48 Understanding bias in clinical trials and research enrollment.
8:48 Why heart disease is the #1 killer of women, often overlooked.
14:45 Heart disease, South Asian women, and the "weathering process".
19:02 LP(a) cholesterol: A key risk factor for heart disease in diverse groups.
21:30 Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and its impact on heart health.
30:53 Calcium scores and assessing cardiovascular risk in menopause.
36:12 How women, especially women of color, can navigate healthcare bias.
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Get in Touch with Dr. Morgan
Website - http://drjaynemorgan.com
Stairwell - Chronicles website http://stairwellchronicles.com
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