CEO and Executive Medical Director at Washington Permanente Medical Group | Assistant Professor, Department of Clinical Science -Kaiser Permanente Bernard J. Tyson School of Medicine
As we observe #BlackMaternalHealthWeek, it's crucial to shed light on the disproportionate health risks Black mothers face, like a higher risk for preeclampsia and a fatality rate that is 3 to 4 times higher compared to non-Hispanic white women. Early detection and equitable care can change outcomes. Let's commit to empowering women with knowledge and support for better health outcomes.
A Seattle mom’s journey highlights the reality Black women face during pregnancy and childbirth, with a 60% higher risk of preeclampsia. Dr. Patricia Egwuatu of Kaiser Permanente shares the importance of early detection and empowerment in Black maternal care. https://bit.ly/40KUPIf #BlackMaternalHealthWeek #KPWA