A Resolution recognizing March 14, 2025, as "Black Midwives Day" in Pennsylvania.
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Overview
This resolution recognizes March 14, 2025, as "Black Midwives Day" in Pennsylvania. It highlights the longstanding contributions of Black midwives to maternal and infant health, particularly in addressing disparities and improving outcomes for Black women. The resolution acknowledges the challenges faced by Black midwives, including limited access to training and healthcare deserts, and emphasizes the importance of integrating midwifery into healthcare settings to reduce maternal mortality.
Key provisions
- Recognizes March 14, 2025, as "Black Midwives Day" in Pennsylvania.
- Acknowledges the historical and ongoing contributions of Black midwives to maternal health.
- Highlights the disproportionately high maternal mortality rates among Black women in Pennsylvania.
- Identifies factors contributing to these disparities, including lack of access to care and systemic discrimination.
- Recognizes the existence of maternity care deserts in Black communities.
- Emphasizes the need to increase the number of Black midwives in the workforce.
- Notes the potential cost savings and improved health outcomes associated with midwifery-led care.
- Calls for greater integration of midwives across healthcare settings.
Who is affected
- Black women in Pennsylvania
- Black midwifery workforce
- Maternity care providers
- Pennsylvania residents
- Black communities
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