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BCBS companies are proud to celebrate Black Maternal Health Week -founded by Black Mamas Matter Alliance, Inc. (BMMA) - and stand with all those who advocate for Black maternal health equity. We won’t rest until every mom and baby go home healthy. These are the steps we’re taking to arrest the maternal health crisis, in collaboration with providers, advocates, policymakers and moms to make every stage of pregnancy equitable and safe for everyone: https://lnkd.in/gtix3PFf #BMHW24

Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that Black women are three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than white women are. It also shows that 80% of all pregnancy-related deaths are preventable.    Issues like this one are why Premera supports the work Blue Cross Blue Shield Association is doing to identify and help to close health equity gaps and ensure that every person gets the care they need. We hope you'll join us in working to build a future for healthcare that is safer for every mother, every baby, and every person.    #BlackMaternalHealthWeek #BMHW24

Black and African American women in the United States face a higher risk of stillbirth than non-Hispanic White women, as well as higher risks of other adverse pregnancy outcomes, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Learn about the NICHD-led Stillbirth Working Group's findings and recommendations on U.S. stillbirth research and care, including data collection, communities at higher risk, and known risk factors for stillbirth. The group is also exploring how best to understand the psychological impact of stillbirth. Learn moreat https://go.nih.gov/YaSQGS2. #stillbirth #StillbirthResearch #NICHDimpact #MaternalHealthNICHD #WomensHealthMonth #WomensHealthWeek

Let's talk about a sobering reality: each year in the US, hundreds of lives are lost during pregnancy or in the year after. Alarmingly, Black women face a threefold higher risk of pregnancy-related death compared to white women. This isn't just about biology—it's about systemic disparities. Factors like unequal healthcare access, chronic conditions, and implicit bias play a role. It's time to address social determinants of health. Everyone deserves equal opportunities for health and well-being. By listening, recognizing warning signs, and ensuring timely, respectful care, we can prevent many of these tragedies. Let's work together to make pregnancy safer for all. #MaternalHealth #HealthEquity #BlackMaternalHealth #PregnancySafety #BMHW24 #MaternalHealthAwareness

As Black Maternal Health Week comes to a close, let's end on a note of empowerment and awareness. Throughout this week, we've shed light on critical issues like preterm birth weight, premature babies, gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, and even the impact of oral health on maternal well-being. But our journey doesn't end here. It's a reminder that we must continue advocating for equitable access to healthcare for all mothers, regardless of race. Every mom deserves the support and resources necessary for a healthy pregnancy journey. As we wrap up this important week, let's carry forward the conversations, the advocacy, and the commitment to making a positive change in maternal health outcomes. Together, we can make a difference. #BlackMaternalHealthWeek #HealthEquity #NurturingSmiles

It's #BlackMaternalHealthWeek and it's also #CesareanAwarenessMonth both of which are near and dear to my heart. Black women are 3-4x more likely to die due to a pregnancy related issue than their counterparts. It is estimated that 80% of these deaths are preventable! Additionally, Black women are 1.68x more likely to have a c-section. Sometimes, such as in my case, they are necessary, and other times, they are the result of Black women not being listened to. I share how my overachieving body went from 0 to 100 to being diagnosed with pre-eclampsia with severe features, which resulted in an emergency c-section. I stayed in the hospital for 4 days while they worked to get my blood pressure down. During which, I was repeatedly ignored. They even "lost" my daughter and I for SIX hours. My recovery was rough, it more ways than one, but I'm here. I'm making it do what it does. The beauty of the body! I share this because there is power in our stories. I share because our bodies are STILL ours! I share to educate, to equip, to advocate, to help others swim! Watch, Learn, Save, Share! Be Well, My Friends! #preeclampsia #preeclampsiaawareness #bmhw24 #BlackMaternalHealthWeek #HealthEducator #publichealth #healthminute #explorepage #Explore #birthstory #WholeBodyHealthy #MindBodySpirit

#DidYouKnow that heart disease is the number 1 killer of new moms – and even more alarmingly, Black women face a greater risk of pregnancy-related complications compared to white peers? That's why CVS Health is working with the American Heart Association and Go Red for Women to address these health disparities and advocate for better access to care for new moms. To learn more about the heart conditions and risk factors that can arise during pregnancy, visit https://lnkd.in/e4Sv94c3 #BlackMaternalHealthWeek #TeamCVS

#DidYouKnow that heart disease is the number 1 killer of new moms – and even more alarmingly, Black women face a greater risk of pregnancy-related complications compared to white peers? That's why CVS Health is working with the American Heart Association and Go Red for Women to address these health disparities and advocate for better access to care for new moms. To learn more about the heart conditions and risk factors that can arise during pregnancy, visit https://lnkd.in/ebS6HD9S #BlackMaternalHealthWeek #TeamCVS

#DidYouKnow that heart disease is the number 1 killer of new moms – and even more alarmingly, Black women face a greater risk of pregnancy-related complications compared to white peers? That's why CVS Health is working with the American Heart Association and Go Red for Women to address these health disparities and advocate for better access to care for new moms. To learn more about the heart conditions and risk factors that can arise during pregnancy, visit https://lnkd.in/eSNhMH_S #BlackMaternalHealthWeek #TeamCVS

As #BlackMaternalHealthWeek comes to a close today, we recognize the extensive work underway across patient advocacy organizations and health systems like Mass General Brigham to address the issues Black mothers face, aiming to prevent pregnancy-related deaths and improve maternal health outcomes.   Maternal mortality rates have consistently been on the rise, with the rates for Black birthing people the highest of any group regardless of education or income. Together with Allison Bryant Mantha, our system has been proud to address this issue through our United Against Racism initiative. One such example is our Birth Partners program, which pairs pregnant patients at high risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes with a doula to support them from the prenatal period, through labor and birth, and through postpartum transitions. A key aspect of the program is to connect the patient with a doula who speaks their language and understands the patient’s cultural values and beliefs.   The benefits of a doula are many, as you’ll watch below. It’s a long road to addressing this issue in its entirety, but every effort of support counts this Black Maternal Health Week and year-round.   https://lnkd.in/eudwnFUK