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Black Women’s Health Talk: Fibroids, Hormones, Hysterectomy Truths with Dr Veronica Gillispie-Bell

22 min · 1 de may de 2026
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In this eye-opening 20-minute interview, host Olivia F. Scott sits down with OB-GYN and nationally renowned Women's Health Expert Dr. Veronica Gillispie-Bell to break down uterine fibroids—what they are, why Black women face higher risks and severity (with key stats vs. White women), and proven prevention tips like green tea and vitamin D. They dive into hormone replacement therapy (HRT) options, perimenopause hormonal shifts, and the real emotional changes many women experience post-hysterectomy. No more silent suffering—this is your guide to empowered health decisions. Episode Highlights: 1. What are fibroids? Symptoms and causes explained 2. Fibroid stats: Black women 3x more likely, earlier onset 3. Prevention strategies: Green tea, vitamin D, and lifestyle hacks 4. HRT methods for hormone balance 5. Perimenopause: Managing the transition 6. Post-hysterectomy emotions: What science says 👉 Subscribe to Freedom at The Mat's Well Chats for more Black women's wellness wisdom, real talk on reproductive health, and healing journeys. 👉 Support our mission by purchasing our art yoga mats or vegan leather journals at FreedomAtTheMat.com! Get more insights from Dr. Gillispie-Bell at @drveronicamedicalmedia.com [http://drveronicamedicalmedia.com] and Instagram @drveronicawomenshealth

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