Addressing Women's Health: Why the Healthcare System Fails Women

Why is women's healthcare still years behind — and what can we do about it?In this powerful episode of The Gayu Lewis Podcast, I sit down with Sophie Smith, Founder and CEO of Nabta Health, to unpack the uncomfortable truth: the healthcare system was never built with women in mind. From misdiagnosed conditions like PCOS and endometriosis to lack of access to culturally relevant care across the Middle East and Africa — this conversation is a wake-up call for anyone who cares about women’s health.We go deep into:Why women are still misdiagnosed and unheardThe silent crisis in managing chronic conditions like PCOS and infertilityHow cultural taboos hold women back from seeking helpWhat needs to change — and how Nabta Health is leading that revolutionThe future of healthcare, AI, and personalized diagnosticsThe personal story that led Sophie to build a female-focused health platformIf you’re tired of the system ignoring women — this episode is for you.💬 ABOUT THE GUEST – SOPHIE SMITH Sophie is the Co-Founder & CEO of Nabta Health, a hybrid healthcare platform building personalized, value-based healthcare for women in emerging markets. With a background in both corporate finance and health innovation, she’s on a mission to close the gender health gap and make proactive healthcare accessible to all women.🔗 Website: https://www.nabtahealth.com 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nabtahealth 📱 Sophie’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-louise-smith/👋 ABOUT ME – GAYU LEWIS I’m a menopause coach, integrative health practitioner, chef, and women’s wellness advocate. Through this podcast, I bring you real conversations with real people who are rewriting the rules of health, hormones, longevity, and leadership. My goal? To empower women with the truth, and help them thrive — not just survive. #WomensHealth #NabtaHealth #PCOS #Menopause #ChronicIllness #MiddleEastWomen #HealthcareForWomen #GayuLewisPodcast #HormonalHealth #EndometriosisAwareness #FemaleFounders #FunctionalMedicine #PeriodTalk #HealthTech #SophieSmithConnect with Gayu lewis:Instagram: gayulewisofficialLinkedIn: gayulewisWebsite: www.gayulewis.comDon’t forget to like, comment, and share this video with your friends.MENOPAUSE ...WHY PAUSE? LET'S PLAY!!!