THE PENNSYLVANIA VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA HONORED ALLEGHENY COUNTY’S BLACK MATERNAL HEALTH CHAMPIONS, JUNE 18, AT THE HOMEWOOD YMCA. SEATED ARE JADA SHIRRIEL, MELVIN HUBBARD...
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When birthing our babies, death is the equalizer for Black women giving birth
by Towan Isom, Isom Global Strategies President and CEO
The...
It's been one year since President Joe Biden officially proclaimed April 11 through April 17 as Black Maternal Health Week. The seven-day observance shines...
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Krystal Anderson’s death shows Black women are at serious risk when it’s time to deliver their babies — regardless of social status.
by Jennifer Porter...
Maternal and infant health crises are growing worse in the U.S.
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by Sonia Hassan, Wayne State University and Hala Ouweini,...
Researchers have found that when infants get increased tummy time, they move more overall, and their gross motor skills and development improve.
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