Maternal Care

This map from the nonprofit March of Dimes shows maternity care deserts across the U.S. in 2020.

Health, Science & Environment

Millions of Americans are losing access to maternal care. Here's what can be done

Rachel Treisman

A report from the nonprofit March of Dimes finds that 36% of counties in the U.S. are "maternity care deserts," meaning they have no obstetric hospitals or birth centers and no obstetric providers.

Health, Science & Environment

Kent State program that focuses on traumatic stress to reduce Black infant mortality receives a major grant

Anna Huntsman

Kent State researchers and specialists will work with expectant mothers in the Cleveland and Akron areas who have PTSD or chronic stress. The program is also a research study that may inform policy decisions.

Health, Science & Environment

5 Ohio Hospitals Sign Onto Program Aimed To Help Improve Equity In Pregnancy Care

Tana Weingartner

A new certification program uses data to help Black parents-to-be find a birthing center that meets their needs and considers their concerns and experiences.