The US has the highest maternal mortality rate among rich countries: study
The United States still has the highest rate of maternal mortality among rich countries, despite a decline in the rate at the end of the COVID-19 pandemic. a new report…
The US is facing a deadly maternal mental health crisis – and it could get worse
Pregnant women and new mothers are facing a deadly mental health crisis in the United States. Mental health problems, the leading underlying cause of pregnancy-related deaths in the country, are…
Britt: High maternal mortality rate 'American issue', not Democrat or Republican
Sen. Katie Britt (R-Ala.) encouraged elected officials to work across the aisle to address the United States' high maternal mortality rate during a panel discussion Thursday on maternal mental health.…
Moms Matter – Closing the Maternal Mental Health Gap: Watch Live
Mental health is a crucial part of overall healthcare. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), mental health problems now account for nearly a quarter of all…
Most states receive D's, F's on maternal mental health report card
Jaqueline Sharp, 35, remembers her anxiety “going through the roof” shortly after she gave birth to her son in 2019. Her mental health deteriorated as she tried to balance recovery…
Hochul unveils plan to combat maternal and child mortality
Gov. Kathy Hochul unveiled a proposal Thursday to combat maternal and infant mortality in New York. The governor said she will introduce legislation that would expand the state's paid family…
