Maternal Health
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National Trends in Severe Maternal Morbidity by Insurance and Race and Ethnicity.
November 2, 2026 · JAMA network open
Key takeaway
A national study found that life-threatening childbirth complications rose 40%, with Black mothers facing significantly higher risks than white mothers. Medicaid coverage brought additional risk, exposing how systemic healthcare inequalities directly harm our community. Fixing these unfair gaps in care and insurance is critical to protecting the health and lives of Black parents.
Why this matters for our communities
Research in maternal health helps close long-standing gaps in how Black and African American families are studied, diagnosed, and cared for. Use findings like this one to start informed conversations with your care team — not as a substitute for personal medical advice.
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