Brooklyn
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1 month agoNYC Doula Program Boosts Birth Outcomes For Black, Hispanic Moms
The Citywide Doula Initiative significantly improves maternal health outcomes for Black and Hispanic mothers in NYC.
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Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months agoKatrina was separated from her newborn twins for 33 days. NSW psychiatrists warn specialised support for mothers is in crisis
The separation of mothers from their newborns can lead to significant mental health challenges.
Supportive healthcare systems are crucial in managing maternal mental health conditions.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months agoKatrina was separated from her newborn twins for 33 days. NSW psychiatrists warn specialised support for mothers is in crisis
The separation of mothers from their newborns can lead to significant mental health challenges.
Supportive healthcare systems are crucial in managing maternal mental health conditions.
#racial-disparities
Black Lives Matter
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months agoProtesters demand Cedars-Sinai do more to protect pregnant patients of color
Protesters demand Cedars-Sinai implement stronger measures to improve maternal care for patients of color.
philosophy
fromApaonline
2 months agoMedical Bias as Hierarchy
Kira Johnson's death highlights critical disparities in maternal care for Black women in the U.S.
Privacy technologies
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2 months agoFrom Science Fiction to Science Fact: Cal Scientists Discover Jupiter's "Mush Balls" | KQED
Google's monopoly on internet ads has been ruled illegal, impacting the fairness of the digital advertising market.
A report reveals over 60% of Black and Latina women in California distrust the state's maternal care system.
#global-health
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months agoAid cuts could have pandemic-like effects' on maternal deaths, WHO warns
Aid cuts risk increasing maternal mortality rates, especially affecting pregnant women in conflict zones.
Cutbacks in healthcare funding could lead to a return to pre-2016 levels of maternal death rates.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months agoAid cuts could have pandemic-like effects' on maternal deaths, WHO warns
Aid cuts risk increasing maternal mortality rates, especially affecting pregnant women in conflict zones.
Cutbacks in healthcare funding could lead to a return to pre-2016 levels of maternal death rates.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months agoTrump administration eviscerates maternal and child health programs
Major cuts to maternal and child health programs by HHS raise serious concerns among health advocates.
Uncertainty surrounds the extent of program eliminations due to vague communication from federal health officials.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months agoBMJ study calls for maximisation of women's potential in healthcare
Female health leaders significantly enhance national wellbeing and should be better utilized in leadership roles.
Investment in womenâs leadership is essential for maximizing contributions to health outcomes.
fromNew York Post
4 months agoHochul's budget plan includes $1.2K in bonus cash for welfare recipients when they have a baby
Hochul's plan aims to improve maternal and infant health by providing financial support to pregnant welfare recipients, reflecting a positive step for vulnerable households.
Digital life
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