Prematurity Prevention Initiative’s Post

According to the most recent birth certificate data available from the New Jersey Department of Health (NJ DOH), in New Jersey, Black babies are at a higher risk of preterm birth when compared to white counterparts. In 2021, Black babies experienced preterm birth rates 5% higher than white babies. Preterm birth can lead to many health complications such as asthma, hearing loss, and even problems with vision. It is vital to ensure pregnant people have the resources and support they need to help reduce the risk of preterm birth.  For additional information on premature birth and ways to reduce the risk, visit njpreterm.org. #PretermBirth #BlackInfantHealth #NJPreterm #PrematurityPreventionInitiative #NJBirthRates #PPI

According to the most recent birth certificate data available from the New Jersey Department of Health (NJ DOH), in New Jersey, Black babies are at a higher risk of preterm birth when compared to White babies. In 2021, Black babies experienced preterm birth rates 5% higher than White babies. Preterm birth can lead to many health complications such as asthma, hearing loss and even problems with vision. It is vital to ensure pregnant people have the resources and support they need to help reduce the risk of preterm birth.  For additional information on premature birth and ways to reduce the risk, visit njpreterm.org. #PretermBirth #BlackInfantHealth #NJPreterm #PrematurityPreventionInitiative #NJBirthRates #PPI

November is #PrematurityAwarenessMonth. According to the most recent birth certificate data available from the New Jersey Department of Health, Black babies in New Jersey are at a higher risk of preterm birth when compared to White babies. In 2021, Black babies experienced preterm birth rates 5% higher than White babies. Preterm birth can lead to many health complications such as asthma, hearing loss and even problems with vision. It is vital to ensure pregnant people have the resources and support they need to help reduce the risk of preterm birth.  For additional information on premature birth and ways to reduce the risk, visit njpreterm.org. #PretermBirth #BlackInfantHealth #NJPreterm #PrematurityPreventionInitiative #NJBirthRates #PPI

Today starts the 7th annual #BlackMaternalHealthWeek. According to the latest CDC data, the maternal mortality rate for non-Hispanic Black women was 69.9 deaths per 100,000 live births, making Black women three times more likely to die from a pregnancy-related cause than white women. The CDC notes that more than 80 percent of pregnancy related deaths are preventable. We must do more to ensure equity for #BlackMamas. Unlocking the future of maternal health begins with research. Every person deserves access to quality and holistic health care. #BMHW24 

In the latest edition of my Teen Health Today newsletter, I share thoughts about condoms, STIs, PrEP, long-acting birth control and how to talk about it all with young people. Read it for free here: https://lnkd.in/giQNyRcB

NEW FOR 2025 — New York will be the first state in the nation to give pregnant women paid time off for prenatal appointments. Policies that support families from before birth through early childhood give kids a health head start, and help reverse unacceptable disparities including higher than average Black maternal morality rates. Learn more about the program here: https://lnkd.in/dt-5xruE #Blackmaternalhealth #perinatalcare

Transforming Fatherhood: Improve Fertility and Health! Discover how fathers can play a crucial role in enhancing fertility and child's health. Learn about lifestyle changes and simple strategies to support conception and promote overall well-being in our families. Join us as we delve into important topics for future discussions! #FertilityHealth #FatherhoodMatters #ConceptionTips #HealthForFathers #Parenting #LifestyleChanges #Men'sHealth #ChildHealth #FamilyWellness #HealthyLiving

Transforming Fatherhood: Improve Fertility and Health! Discover how fathers can play a crucial role in enhancing fertility and child's health. Learn about lifestyle changes and simple strategies to support conception and promote overall well-being in our families. Join us as we delve into important topics for future discussions! #FertilityHealth #FatherhoodMatters #ConceptionTips #HealthForFathers #Parenting #LifestyleChanges #Men'sHealth #ChildHealth #FamilyWellness #HealthyLiving

On National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day, let's reflect on the challenges that mark our society, especially the troubling disparities in infant health outcomes. Alarmingly, Black infants in the United States have a mortality rate significantly higher than their white peers, with the rate for Black infants reaching 13.2 per 1,000 live births in 2021, nearly three times higher than that for white infants (WISCONSIN WATCH). These disparities stem from systemic inequalities, including disparities in healthcare access, socio-economic differences, and the stresses wrought by racism and economic hardship (U-M SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH). Today, I advocate for meaningful action to confront these injustices, aiming for a society where every infant has an equitable start. Let's channel our efforts to erase this disparity, not just to lower the statistics, but to truly honor the lives lost and the potential unfulfilled. #LeadingWhileMuslim #DEI #InfantLossAwareness #NYCHealth #MaternalHealth

My Health Blog... Premature Birth: Understanding the Complications and Care for Preterm Babies Premature birth, otherwise known as preterm birth, is linked to the delivery of a baby before completing 37 weeks of gestation. Full-term pregnancies typically last around 40 weeks, allowing for the full development of the baby’s organs and systems... Continue reading here... https://zurl.co/SD3j #agappe #agappeblogs #myhealth #PretermAwareness #PrematureBabies #NICUJourney #CompassionateCare