Prior research has documented a correlation between the imposition of sanctions and worsening health conditions in target countries. However, the direction of causality in this relationship remains ...

The maternal mortality rate for Black women is significantly higher at 50.3 deaths per 100,000 live births. If clinicians and patients are aware of risk factors and can track them, it can make a ...

Rising maternal and infant mortality rates are making birth a more risky proposition in the U.S. We'll visit a community in Georgia where one woman is pushing to open a birth center.

Virginia legislators plan a comprehensive bill to tackle disparities in care in childbirth and for pregnant women – a “momnibus bill” – Speaker Don Scott, D-Portsmouth, said.

Dying during childbirth is a common worry. Learn how often it happens, the leading causes, and how advocates say we can prevent maternal death.

Jayme Ambrose, DNP, RN, CCM, of Adobe Population Health, explores how addressing social determinants of health transforms maternal care delivery, reduces disparities, and improves outcomes for ...

Femtech changed everything for conception and family building. Now, maternal health is ready for the same revolution. It’s time to rebuild birth and the first year.

Being overweight or obese may lower all-cause mortality risks in non–cystic fibrosis (CF) bronchiectasis patients, while being underweight increases health complications.