All articles tagged with #medical racism
Toni Braxton, a lupus advocate, revealed on the "SHE MD" podcast that she was initially told by her management team to keep her diagnosis private due to fears of not getting work and insurance. Lupus, an autoimmune disease, often takes years to diagnose and disproportionately affects Black women. Braxton's openness has helped raise awareness and advocate for proper treatment for Black women facing similar medical challenges.
J. Marion Sims, known as the "Father of Modern Gynecology," performed surgical experiments on enslaved Black women without anesthesia, often repeating procedures without their consent. His influence on modern gynecology has contributed to a history of unequal reproductive medical care for Black women, with implications still felt today. Sims' racist experimentations continue to impact victims of medical racism, as Black women report mistreatment during maternity care and bias in pain diagnosis. His unethical practices highlight the systemic racism that has endangered the lives of Black women for centuries.