“What would a world where there was reproductive justice for ALL Black birthing people look like for you?” #AmplifyRJDay
#BMHW24
#BlackMaternalHealthWeek
#ReproJustice
#MaternalHealthIsAHumanRight

Today is the beginning of the 7th annual Black Maternal Health Week 2024 ( #BMHW24 ) - April 11-17th. Check out the events. Also see clips from a video compiled by United We Rise United We Rise members connecting the fights to end the HIV epidemic and secure reproductive health.

A look back at where we have been this past year…

- Our first #BlackMaternalHealth Week at the Capitol
- The launch of the PA #BlackMaternalHealth Caucus
- The introduction of the #PAMOMNIBUS

#pablackmaternalhealth #bmhw24 #blackmamasmatter

Black women die in childbirth at a rate three to four times higher than white women.

Roots Community Birth Center in Minneapolis is working to reduce disparities in Black maternal health services by providing a safe birthing experience for many women of color. #BMHW24 …

In honor of #BlackMaternalHealthWeek , Professor Alexis Dunn Amore shared her experiences and perspective as a clinician, researcher, and mom about how to improve outcomes for Black mothers and babies. Read about it here: bit.ly/3JiC8DM #blackmaternalhealthweek #BMHW24

It's Black Maternal Health Week here at the state Capitol and we've made so much progress in bringing awareness to the often fatal health issues facing Black mothers and birthing people. We kicked off #BMHW24 with a reception in the Capitol Rotunda on Monday evening.

I had to set the record straight for my Republican colleagues on the Health Committee who claimed that #BlackMaternalHealthWeek would exclude people who identify as “pregnant individuals.” They were sorely mistaken. Thankful for the PA Black Maternal Health Caucus!

#repmayes #PAMOMNINUS #bmhw24

Incredibly informative conversations at the PA Black Maternal Health Week reception yesterday. Ensuring access to quality healthcare for Black mothers is crucial. Proud to stand with advocates and colleagues in addressing this important issue. #BMHW24

I joined @BirthInColorRVA’s annual Black Maternal Health Summit to discuss ways to improve Black maternal health and advocate for reproductive justice. #BlackMaternalHealthWeek #BMHW24 #BlackMamasMatter #ReproJustice

I'm fighting like hell so no community is left behind—communities like Black mothers facing health care access barriers & experiencing adverse health effects.

I'm all in for the Black Maternal Health Momnibus & will keep fighting until we get them the care they need. 💯

#BMHW24

This week is Black Maternal Health week. We are facing a maternal morbidity crisis in the United States and must do more to reduce maternal health disparities for Black Minnesotans and save lives. #BMHW24

Black Maternal Health Week is more than just a recognition of the disparities between Black women and their white counterparts, but an opportunity for us to ensure the health and well-being of Black mothers and babies. #BMHW24

During #BlackMaternalHealthWeek , we asked Black doctors to share their reflections on the importance of having Black providers caring for Black patients.

Read responses from 4 amazing providers who are proudly advocating for their communities and their patients! #BMHW24

So proud to represent Penn Medicine OBGYN Department and Penn Medicine at PA Capitol in support of the PA Black Maternal Health Caucus, PA Momnibus package of 8 bills. Amazing work by Rep. La’Tasha D. Mayes Rep. Morgan Cephas Rep. Gina H. Curry
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#PAMOMNIBUS
#pablackmaternalhealth

Your zip code, access to care & color of your skin can determine whether or not you & your baby survive the birthing process.

Dive into the issue of birth inequity on “Make Me Care About…Maternal Mortality” with Eva Lathrop & Elaine Welteroth: gates.ly/3o9v9G8

#BMHW24

There are amazing organizations that work everyday to improve maternal health outcomes for Black women, both in the Greater Rochester Rochester area and beyond. Together, we can ensure that all new and growing families receive the care they deserve. #BMHW24

Thank you BirthTrauma for your support and campaigning for women with birth trauma. It is an honour to be on your board of experts
#BMHW24 #FivexMore #irwinmitchell

Today is International Maternal Health and Rights Day and the kickoff of Black Maternal Health Week! The theme for the week is “Our Bodies STILL Belong to Us: Reproductive Justice NOW!”

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