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There's no denying that the United States is currently facing an OB crisis. Shockingly, the U.S. has the highest mortality rate of high-income countries in the world. It's time to take action; join leading experts in this discussion. Let's lean in and share novel solutions to improve maternal health.

Maternal death rates and inequities in the United States are high — and on the rise. The AAMC is committed to a multipronged approach to avoid all preventable maternal deaths and improve maternal health and health equity around the country. The AAMC Center for Health Justice develops resources, convenes experts, and strengthens efforts around maternal health. Through equitable partnerships with communities, the center will work to understand the severity and complexity of maternal health inequities, advocate for policy solutions, and support innovative research for interventions to eliminate inequities that threaten the health and well-being of all birthing people. Learn more about our efforts at: https://ow.ly/lKoo50PHWZp #MaternalHealthMonday

On this Preeclampsia Day, we raise awareness on the importance of timely screening to ensure good maternal health. Preeclampsia affects 5-7% of pregnancies, posing serious risks to both mother and baby. Early detection and management are crucial. Let's support research, spread knowledge, and ensure every expectant mother gets the care she needs. Together, we can make a difference. #GenWorks #GenWorksHealth #PreeclampsiaDay #PreeclampsiaAwareness

By the time you read this post, a young woman in Togo or Bangladesh would have died in childbirth. One death every two minutes. One pregnant woman dies EVERY 2 minutes due to complications giving birth. This happens 800 times a day according to the #Goalkeepers 2023 report. I am blessed as a mother of four healthy children. I was one of the lucky ones with access to good maternal care. Most women worldwide aren’t so lucky - especially women of colour. Even those with financial privilege, like Serena Williams, who almost died in childbirth due to inadequate maternal care. It is unconscionable that millions of women are dying needlessly doing an age-old practice. We can develop AI technology and advance space exploration, yet we can not save our mothers. The good news, actually, there is no good news, but there is hope. The global imperative is that we must scale low-cost interventions so midwives and medical professionals worldwide can save our mothers. What would happen if women could stop risking their lives by choosing not to become pregnant? Exactly. Giving life shouldn’t cost a life. #GoalKeepers2030 #SGD3 #MaternalHealth #CredoAdvisory

Today we want to share how members of Congress are taking action on Black maternal health disparities by creating The Momnibus Act of 2023. The act was created by Congresswomen Alma Adams (NC-12), Lauren Underwood (IL-14), Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) and members of the Black Maternal Health Caucus to address the maternal health crisis in America. The United States has the highest maternal mortality rate of industrialized nations. Black mothers are 3 to 4 times more likely than White mothers to die due to pregnancy-related complications, Native Americans are 2 times more likely, and Latinx Americans are 1.8 times more likely. More than 80% of pregnancy-related deaths are preventable. Questions to ponder: • What are your thoughts on the Momnibus Act? Have you heard about it before? • Is there anything the Act doesn’t cover that you think should be included to support Black Maternal Health? https://lnkd.in/dBw6VAy We also invite you to watch the film "Aftershock" on Hulu. On Wednesday 8/16 at 12:00 pm, we will have a virtual discussion about Black maternal health and ways we can help support Black mothers. To sign up for the Film analysis, follow this link! https://lnkd.in/eTxdRBxQ

The rate of black maternal mortality is 3-4x the rate of their white counterparts. A healthy and equitable birth experience is everyone's right. Register for the webinar to learn best practices aimed at improving health equity: https://lnkd.in/g_PcciaA

We're excited to see increased attention, assistance, and funding go toward the maternal health crisis.  ➡️ Read the article here: https://hubs.ly/Q02fDxsK0 #telescan #maternalhealth #maternalhealthcrisis #maternalmortality #accesstocare

Maternal morbidity and mortality rates have long been higher in the United States than in many other high-income nations. Last week, Philips and Washington Post Live hosted a discussion amongst maternal health experts to shed light on the widespread inequities in care in America and how technology and community-focused efforts can make a difference. For more on how #healthcare leaders are using innovative #healthtech to address the #MaternalHealth crisis, watch the recording of the conversations between Tina Brown, Natalie Hernandez, Ph.D., MPH, and Wendy Wilcox. https://lnkd.in/gvEuMc2b

New maternal health data is now available from the CDC: https://lnkd.in/e-dF3j4p. The maternal mortality rates are decreasing, unfortunately the Black maternal health crisis persists. Programs such as Early Head Start can support expectant families during the perinatal period: https://lnkd.in/eysA-JfE