[Podcast] Let’s Talk Women’s Health: HIV Prevention & Reproductive Health with Dr Cosnet Lerato

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In Episode 9 of HIV Prevention in Action, host Cwayita Jemsana sits down with Dr Cosnet Lerato, Medical Doctor and Health Advocate, for an open and informative conversation about women’s health and the questions young people may be too afraid or embarrassed to ask.

The conversation explores HIV prevention, reproductive health, healthcare access, and the importance of having accurate information when making decisions about your body and your health.

Dr Lerato also reflects on her journey as a young woman in medicine and science, what inspired her to pursue a career in healthcare, and what she has learned from working with young people and their health concerns.

In this episode:

• HIV prevention and what young people should know

• PrEP, LEN and the importance of prevention choices

• Women’s reproductive health

• Common health questions and misconceptions

• Accessing healthcare and asking for help

• Navigating healthcare as a young woman

• Why accurate health information matters

• Dr Lerato’s journey into medicine and science

• The importance of young women taking ownership of their health

• Creating more open and judgement-free conversations about health

This episode is about making health information easier to understand, encouraging young people to ask questions, and reminding us that taking care of your health starts with having the information and confidence to make informed choices.