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Jun 24
30m 59s

The Hidden Struggles of Women’s Health

Al Jazeera
About this episode

Women face big decisions and even bigger challenges when it comes to their health, so we’re sharing some stories that don’t get talked about enough. We begin with one woman’s decision to freeze her eggs holding space for the future she hopes to build on her own terms. Then, we hear from a woman living with endometriosis – an all-too-common condition that's often misunderstood or misdiagnosed. We speak to an expert to help you or someone you know navigate this disease. Finally, we speak to a thyroid cancer survivor who fought for years to have her symptoms be taken seriously – and a doctor who offers empowering, practical guidance for anyone having the same experience. 

This week on Now You Know, we’re taking you on a journey through some of our most powerful health stories – stories that speak to the challenges and resilience of women today. 

In this episode:

  • Zayna Al Hamarneh, (X / IG), CEO & Co-Founder of Mode Markering & PR
  • Anita Nneka Jones, (X / IG), TV Presenter 
  • Jandra Mueller, (X / IG), Pelvic floor physical therapist 
  • Ayah Jaghoub, (IG), Makeup artist, thyroid cancer patient
  • Dr. Tania Jaber, Endocrinology Consultant | Hamad Medical Corporation 

Episode credits:

This episode was produced by Fahrinisa Campana, Zaina Badr, and our Host, Samantha Johnson. 

Munera AlDosari is the engagement producer. Aya Elmileik is our lead of engagement.

Our sound designer is Joe Plourde. Our video editor is Catherine Hallinan. 

Jo de Frias is Now You Know’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. 

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@AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Threads and YouTube

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