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💔 The “Broken Heart” Condition Every Woman Should Know About black women's health broken heart syndrome doctor eno advocates doctor eno says health advocacy heart health month independent health advocate stressandtheheart takotsubocardiomyopathy women's heart health Feb 16, 2026

Many people have heard the phrase “broken heart.”

But what many don’t realize is that intense emotional or physical stress can sometimes cause real, sudden heart problems.

There is a condition called Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, often referred to as stress-induced cardiomyopathy or broken heart syndr...

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❤️ Why Heart Disease Looks Different in Black and Brown Women black women's health doctor eno advocates doctor eno says health advocacy health tips heart health heart health month independent health advocate women's health Feb 09, 2026

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States.

However, it may be surprising to learn that, particularly in women, heart disease does not always look the way the public has been taught to expect.

❌  It doesn't always begin with dramatic chest pain.
❌  It doesn't always ...

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🤯 Why Healthcare Feels So Confusing—And Why It’s Not Your Fault access to care black women's health health advocacy independent health advocate medical clarity patient navigation primary care primary care crisis primary care provider women over 50 Jan 26, 2026

Have you ever left a medical appointment feeling unsettled—unsure of the decision that was made, unclear about next steps, or wondering if you asked the right questions?  You are not alone.

This scenario happens to people who are intelligent, capable, proactive every single day. It even happened to...

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🎇 Is Your Doctor Dismissing You? How to Recognize and Stop Medical Gaslighting black women's health health advocacy health disparities health equity health inequities independent health advocate informed care advocacy informed decisions medical gaslighting minority health minority women patient voices shared decision making the need to be heard women's voices Jul 03, 2025

In an earlier post, I wrote about the one question to ask your doctor that can change your healthcare experience. But what if you don't feel heard, or you're symptoms are constantly being dismissed? What if engaging with the healthcare system makes you feel like you're continually going to battle? W...

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Misdiagnosed or Dismissed? The One Question That Could Change Your Healthcare Experience black women's health differential diagnosis health literacy menopause midlife wellness navigating healthcare patient empowerment perimenopause women's health May 30, 2025

I'm sure many of you can relate to this scenario. You have several symptoms that are becoming bothersome, so you schedule an appointment to visit your healthcare provider.

You list off your concerns: weight gain, constant fatigue, irregular bowel movements, and at times constipation, low energy, di...

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