Fibroids and Racial Disparities in Reproductive Healthcare
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When it comes to our reproductive health, hindsight is often 20/20. But in a world where it takes an average of 7-10 years to be diagnosed with endometriosis, it’s high time for reproductive healthcare that is proactive vs. reactive. In this episode of From First Period To Last Period, Rescripted Co-Founder Kristyn Hodgdon sits down with Dr. Levica Narine of the Kofinas Fertility Group to discuss uterine fibroids, why they disproportionately affect Black women, and how they can be successfully treated through minimally invasive surgery. Brought to you by ⁠⁠Rescripted⁠⁠ and the ⁠⁠Kofinas Fertility Group⁠⁠.
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