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WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a significant stride towards addressing the maternal health crisis in the United States, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently announced an allocation …
Massive $558 Million Boost: How HHS Plans to Revolutionize Maternal Health Care Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States continues to grapple with the highest rate of maternal mortality among well-resourced countries. Shockingly, over 22% of pregnancy-related deaths in the U.S. result from …
A National Push to Improve Maternal Mental Health: HHS Releases a Robust Strategy Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Bob Casey, Elizabeth Warren, and Cory Booker presented the Mamas First Act on Thursday. This proposed legislation boldly targets the maternal mortality crisis that has …
U.S. Senators Introduce the Mamas First Act to Address Maternal Mortality Crisis through Expanded Medicaid Read More
NORRISTOWN, PA — Montgomery County hosted its first maternal health conference on Tuesday, focusing on reducing disparities in maternal mortality and morbidity. The conference, named MOTHERS ALIVE: Sharing Best Practices …
Montgomery County Leads the Charge in Maternal Health with Inaugural Conference Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Department of Health recently announced the availability of grants aimed at fostering regional coalitions dedicated to improving maternal health. This initiative, backed by Governor Josh Shapiro’s …
Pennsylvania Launches Grant Program to Combat Maternal Mortality, Focuses on Community-Based Solutions Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania state officials recently convened at the Pennsylvania State Museum for a panel discussion and screening of the documentary, “Aftershock.” The event, hosted by the Governor’s Advisory …
Pennsylvania Officials Discuss Maternal Mortality Crisis, Highlight Solutions Read More
WEST READING, PA — As maternal mortality rates continue to rise across the United States, healthcare providers are rallying to raise awareness and provide critical education on maternal health. The …
Maternal Health Awareness Day Highlights the Urgency to Address Rising Maternal Mortality Rates Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — In a significant move towards improving maternal health, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro has ceremonially signed Senate Bill (SB) 262. The signing took place on Tuesday in the presence …
Pennsylvania Takes Significant Step Forward in Addressing Maternal Mortality with Senate Bill 262 Read More
A large nationally representative study shows in-hospital delivery-related maternal mortality rates improved 57% between 2008 and 2021, despite identified increases in severe maternal morbidity (SMM). This observational study of over …
New Study Shows 57% Decrease in Maternal Mortality Rates during Hospital Deliveries Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania Women’s Health Caucus is celebrating Thursday’s unanimous passage of S.B. 262, which requires the Department of Health to report cases of severe maternal morbidity. The bill …
PA Women’s Health Caucus Celebrates Crucial Step Toward Ending Maternal Mortality Read More