Maternal health articles
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Montgomery County holds maternal health conference
"Maternal and infant mortality rates continue to rise to crisis levels nationwide, especially for Black moms. I am proud that the county is working in partnership with the community, stakeholders, and policymakers to improve outcomes for our moms," says Montgomery County Commissioners' Chairwoman Jamila Winder
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New Georgia commission will explore state's maternal and infant health
(The Center Square) — While Georgia Democrats continue to call for a Medicaid expansion, saying it could help address the state's high maternal mortality rate, a bill the state's Republican governor signed will create a commission to study maternal and infant health. House Bill 1046, which Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp signed earlier this week, created the Georgia Commission on Maternal and Infant Health, tasked with making policy recommendations on perinatal care. It also authorizes...
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‘Threadbare’ NHS maternity care will lead to tragic consequences, health experts warn
Exclusive: Donna Ockenden, who led a damning review of maternity care failings at Shrewsbury, described the support available as a ‘house of cards’ as she urged the government to improve provision for women