A recent survey by Cleveland Clinic reveals critical gaps in women’s health knowledge from widespread misconceptions about Alzheimer’s disease and stroke risks to confusion surrounding hormone therapy. A women’s health expert explains how these blind spots manifest and why they persist. She gives advice on self-advocacy in medical settings and identifies systemic changes the medical establishment should consider to better educate and empower women.
Guest:
- Dr. Claudia Mason, physician at the Women’s Health Institute at Cleveland Clinic.
Then, an inside look at patient advocacy in high-pressure health care environments like neonatal intensive care units. A nurse practitioner explains how advocates provide a voice for patients who can’t speak for themselves and help families navigate uncertainty and fear. She highlights the need to balance medical urgency with compassionate communication and addresses common barriers families face such as cultural differences and emotional exhaustion.
Guest:
- Julie Hatch, a neonatal nurse practitioner author of The Very Best of Care.