Summary: In the United States black women are 3 to 4 times more likely to die due to pregnancy-related complications. Black babies are twice as likely to die before their first birthday. Today on the podcast Stacey Stewart, President and CEO of the March of Dimes, speaks into these extreme gaps that are due to maternity care deserts. This is a powerful conversation that I consider required listening for all--especially those of us looking to fill the gaps in medicine and healthcare.<br> <br> <br> <br> Click here to download the completed Matrix from this week’s episode<br> <br> Here is The March of Dimes Report: Nowhere To Go, Maternity Care Deserts Across the US<br> <br> To access the March of Dimes “Blanket Change” click here<br> <br> You can learn more about Stacey Stewart here<br> <br> Click here to receive email notification when new episodes of the 15-Minute Matrix are released <br> <br> Related episodes:<br> Episode #157: Dr. Sydne Ford Maps Racial Bias During Covid <br> Episode #17: Dr. Jolene Brighten Maps Post-Birth Control Syndrome<br> <br> Get 15-Minute Matrix podcast notifications delivered to your inbox!
