EPISODE · Mar 24, 2026 · 28 MIN
The Urgency of Black Maternal Health
from It’s a Matter of Your Health with Dr. Veita Bland · host Dr. Veita Bland, MD
During It’s a Matter of Your Health, host Dr. Veita Bland, MD welcomes Dr. Kardie Tobb, D.O., a leading expert in women’s heart health, to address the urgent crisis of Black maternal health. They discuss how Black women face significantly higher risks of maternal mortality regardless of income or education due to systemic inequities, chronic stress, and healthcare bias. The conversation highlights the importance of advocacy, culturally competent care, and proactive management of conditions like hypertension and diabetes. This powerful episode calls listeners to be informed, vigilant, and engaged in improving outcomes for women and families everywhere. Find more great content on our website www.drblandradio.com
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During It’s a Matter of Your Health, host Dr. Veita Bland, MD welcomes Dr. Kardie Tobb, D.O., a leading expert in women’s heart health, to address the urgent crisis of Black maternal health. They discuss how Black women face significantly higher risks of maternal mortality regardless of income or education due to systemic inequities, chronic stress, and healthcare bias. The conversation highlights the importance of advocacy, culturally competent care, and proactive management of conditions li...
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