The Real Rx

In this final episode of Season 1 we give you an inside look into our “why”. Why did we choose our respective medical specialties (or did they choose us)?What has shaped us into the doctors we are today? We hope you will reflect on YOUR purpose and that you are living your life authentically, in pursuit of your dreams. It’s never too late to live in your purpose! Be sure to subscribe so you are the first to hear about Season 2! We’d also appreciate it if you would rate and review our podcast.

October is Eye Injury Prevention Month. Did you know that more than one million people are affected by an eye injury every year? Accidental eye injury is one of the leading causes of visual impairment in the U.S. Most importantly, 90% of eye injuries could have been prevented if the individuals had been wearing protective eyewear. Dr. Anika shared some of the injuries she’s seen and shocked us all when she revealed one of the most dangerous rooms in our homes! Be sure to check out her book, The Handbook of Eye Emergencies: Your At Home Guide to Common Eye Issues: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1733193901/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_H4MLDbM52CBDM. To see an ophthalmologist (for non-emergencies) from the comfort of your home, go to www.eyemergencymd.com.

In this episode we demonstrate our commitment to keeping it real as we discuss (very candidly) our individual experiences with aging. The conversation got so juicy we had to include a warning at the beginning- parents this episode is rated PG-13+!

July is National Cell Phone Courtesy Month, which got us thinking- why is such an observance even necessary? Because many of us are addicted to our cell phones. Are you one of them? Listen to this episode then take the free quiz to find out: https://bewellacademy.lpages.co/trxcellphone/

In honor of Pride Month, we were honored to have a special guest join us to discuss the discrimination and health disparities faced by members of the LGBTQAI+ community. So many pearls in this episode!

In honor of World Sickle Cell Day (6/19/19), the ladies of The Real Rx discussed sickle cell disease- diagnosis, symptoms, complications, and the difficulties many patients face when seeking adequate treatment for chronic pain.

June is Men’s Health Month! In this episode, we are joined by special guest, Alphonso “Kibi” Becote, award-winning speaker and opinion leader, to discuss the issues that affect our men. Why don’t men go to the doctor? What can we women do to support our men so they can be well? We discuss these topics and much more! For your free download, “Top 7 Screening Tests for Men”: http://bit.ly/trxmenshealth.

In this fun-filled episode the ladies of The Real Rx discuss common urban medical myths. Does rubbing peppermint on a baby’s soft spot cure colic? Listen to find out! Also meet our special guest co-host, Dr. Lola!

The ladies of The Real Rx discuss treatment options and complications associated with untreated high blood pressure

In celebration of Women’s Health Week, the ladies of The Real Rx discuss gender bias and how women can advocate for themselves in medical settings.

Meet 5 real life docs who are committed to elevating the level of health in our communities by educating and informing.