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CHESTER COUNTY, PA — A groundbreaking roundtable discussion on eliminating disparities in Black maternal and infant care was held at Lincoln University of Pennsylvania’s Womxn’s Center last week. The event …
Chester County Roundtable Spotlights Disparities in Black Maternal and Infant Care 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
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Representatives Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) and Don Bacon (R-NE) introduced the Maintaining Our Obligation to Moms (MOMS) who Serve Act on Thursday. This groundbreaking legislation aims to establish …
Bipartisan Effort Aims to Address Maternal Mental Health in the Military 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
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), recently launched the Transforming Maternal Health (TMaH) Model. This innovative 10-year program …
HHS Announces Transforming Maternal Health Model to Improve Maternity Care and Outcomes Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Fund for Women and Girls, a renowned advocate for social impact and empowerment, has announced an enlightening Zoom luncheon on November 16, 2023, from 12 …
Fund for Women and Girls Hosts Inspiring Luncheon to Elevate Maternal Health Advocacy 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
Op-Ed by State Rep. Darisha Parker, D-Philadelphia Entering Women’s History Month this March has me pondering a lot of issues related to women, especially women of color, and where we …
Women’s History Month Is the Perfect Time to Recognize Women’s Issues Read More