Racial gap widens in maternal mortality around time of childbirth
Black women in the U.S. died at a rate nearly 3.5 times higher white women around the time of childbirth in 2023. That's ...
Maternal death rates fall as disparities widen: CDC
Maternal deaths have dropped in the U.S. with the exception of Black mothers, according to data released this week from the ...
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CDC: U.S. maternal mortality rate declined in 2023
The U.S. maternal mortality rate decreased to 18.6 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2023, down from 22.3 in 2022, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Elaine Welteroth’s Birthing Experience Changed Her Life–and Career Path
Officially launched in April 2024, birthFUND aims to improve the maternal health care system and provide families access to ...
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Maternal deaths decline overall, but racial gap widens
Black women in the U.S. died at a rate nearly 3.5 times higher white women around the time of childbirth in 2023.
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Maternal deaths drop — except for Black women
Erin Davis/Axios Visuals The mortality rate for Black mothers in the U.S. has not improved, per data released Wednesday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Why it matters: The pregnancy ...
North Shore anesthesiologist honored for lifesaving effort in delivery room
Dr. Michael Funaro was recognized for his role during the 11 hours a patient was under anesthesia after complications while ...
Elaine Welteroth's Birth Experience Changed Her Career Path
Officially launched in April 2024, birthFUND aims to improve the maternal health care system and provide families access to midwives.