Roland Martin
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Pre-Eclampsia Is Killing Black Moms. Lupus in Black Women #SecondOpinion
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April 30, 2026
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1:12:42Now Playing4.23.2026 #SecondOpinion w/ Dr. Ebony J. Hilton: Pre-Eclampsia Is Killing Black Moms Without Warning. Lupus in Black Women. A Patient’s Real Story | S1 E13
This episode of #SecondOpinion with Dr. Ebony Jade Hilton focuses on two critical health issues that are often misunderstood and overlooked: pre-eclampsia and lupus.
Dr. Ebony Jade Hilton opens with an urgent look at pre-eclampsia, a dangerous pregnancy complication affecting 1 in 25 pregnancies and a leading cause of maternal and infant death. Joined by Dr. Jenelle Robinson, OB-GYN, the conversation breaks down symptoms, risk factors, prevention strategies, and why Black mothers face higher risks.
The discussion then turns to lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease impacting an estimated 1.5 million Americans. Dr. Ashira D. Blazer, Assistant Professor of Medicine and Co-Director of the Lupus Center at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, explains how the disease affects the body, why women are more susceptible, and the challenges many face in getting diagnosed and treated.
The episode also highlights the lived experience of lupus through Tanya Mitchell Cobb, who has been managing the disease for over 20 years. She shares what flare-ups feel like, how she manages symptoms, and what it takes to navigate daily life with a chronic illness.
In a powerful closing segment, Dr. Ebony Jade Hilton shares her personal story of surviving postpartum pre-eclampsia, revealing how the condition can develop without symptoms and quickly become life-threatening. Her message is clear: feeling fine does not mean you are safe.
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