Why Black Women Still Struggle to Access Healthcare in 2026

What’s the Kiki?

In this episode, we get into:

• Black women’s experiences navigating healthcare systems and persistent inequities in care

• Barriers to accessing sexual and reproductive health services, including prevention and treatment options

• The meaning of “accessibility is not proximity” in real-world healthcare delivery

• Trust, stigma, and systemic issues shaping patient-provider relationships in public health

  The role of community engagement and systems change in advancing health equity and care reform

In This Episode

In this episode, Dr. Marissa Robinson speaks with Dr. Brenice Duroseau about Black women’s health, healthcare access, and health equity in public health. They explore the barriers that impact sexual and reproductive health, the role of trust in healthcare systems, and why “accessibility is not proximity” when it comes to real care.

The conversation also highlights the importance of community engagement, systemic change, and reimagining public health approaches to better serve Black women and communities.

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