US EditionOklahoma group helps Black women get adequate maternity care amid high mortality rates
- Black Maternal Health Week occurs each April to support Black mothers' voices via community, activism, and awareness.
- Systemic issues and biases cause disparities in healthcare for Black women during and after pregnancy.
- Compared to white women, Black women face higher risks, including a three times greater chance of pregnancy-related death.
- Angela D. Aina said collaborative care teams ensure Black mothers receive comprehensive and culturally grounded support.
- Advocates urge policy changes and public support to address inequities and improve Black maternal health outcomes.
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Oklahoma group helps Black women get adequate maternity care amid high mortality rates
It is Black Maternal Health Week, and an Oklahoma group is dedicated to fixing disparities in health care for Black pregnant women.
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