Dr. Samuel U. Rodgers believed that health care was a basic human right. His vision to ensure quality, accessible care regardless of ability to pay led to him founding the health center fifty years ago.
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As March of Dimes continues to raise awareness of health disparities in minority communities around maternal and infant health, we want to take the time to uplift Black Maternal Health Week, which takes place from April 11-17.
A Maternal and Infant Mortality Crisis
The U.S. health care system has historically failed people of color, including during the crucial time of pregnancy. Multiple health, societal and economic factors are all contributors, including unequal access to maternity care. These chronic inequities and unequal access to quality care contribute to higher rates of maternal and infant health complications. For example:
Taking action
Our 2022 report, Nowhere to Go: Maternity Care Deserts Across the U.S., research shows that hospitals that serve Black women were lower-quality as compared to hospitals that have a higher proportion of White women receiving care. These differences between hospitals lead to higher rates of morbidity and mortality for the minority women, especially Black women.
Enough is enough. A mom’s ZIP code and skin color shouldn’t determine the level and quality of care she and her baby receive. That’s why, this Black Maternal Health Week, we ask that you join us to advocate for legislation that can reduce health care disparities and donate to help every family get the best possible start.
Take action here today! Use Social Press Kit or share our social assets to elevate the conversation around Black maternal health and call others to action.
If you are pregnant and need support, learn more about our Women’s Health Services.
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