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Maternal matters

Ep. 55

In this episode, we dive deep into the issue of maternal health, with a special focus on the alarming disparities faced by Black women in the U.S. Joining us to break this down is Mariekarl Vilceus-Talty, President & CEO of the Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey.  Marikekarl helps us unravel the complex web of systemic issues contributing to this crisis, including racial bias, limited healthcare access, and cultural misunderstandings within the medical field. Join us as we explore how we can work together to create a future where every mother, regardless of race, has the opportunity to experience a healthy pregnancy and birth.


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