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  • My Wife Was a Victim of the Black Maternal Health Crisis

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    Read more In a heartbreaking account, David Thompson shares the tragic story of his wife, Mia, who lost her life following their second stillbirth. This narrative sheds light on the pressing issues surrounding maternal health, particularly within the Black community. David vividly recalls the moment he and Mia discovered they were expecting again, a moment…

  • Pregnancy Complications That Are More Common Among Black Women

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    Read more Pregnancy is often seen as one of life’s most beautiful journeys, but it can come with unexpected challenges. Unfortunately, Black women face a higher risk of pregnancy complications compared to their white counterparts. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Black women are three times more likely to die from…

  • 25 Champions of Black Maternal Health

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    Read more In today’s world, the health disparities faced by Black mothers during pregnancy and childbirth remain stark. In fact, Black women in the United States are two to three times more likely to encounter fatal complications related to pregnancy as compared to their white counterparts. This alarming statistic highlights a range of systemic issues,…