A Resolution designating January 23, 2025, as "Maternal Health Awareness Day" in Pennsylvania to recognize all the women who die from complications of pregnancy or childbirth.

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Overview

This resolution designates January 23, 2025, as "Maternal Health Awareness Day" in Pennsylvania. It aims to recognize the women who die from complications related to pregnancy or childbirth. The resolution highlights the concerning rise in maternal mortality rates in the United States, particularly among Black women, and references existing state and national efforts to investigate and prevent these deaths, including the Maternal Mortality Review Committee and the Pennsylvania Black Maternal Health Caucus.

Key provisions

Designates January 23, 2025, as Maternal Health Awareness Day in Pennsylvania.
Recognizes women who die from pregnancy-related complications.
Acknowledges the increasing maternal mortality rate in the United States.
Highlights disparities in maternal mortality rates by race and ethnicity, particularly for Black women.
References the Maternal Mortality Review Committee and Act 24 of 2018.
Mentions the Pennsylvania Black Maternal Health Caucus.
Invites community members and healthcare professionals to participate in awareness activities.