Study Reveals Stark Ethnic and Social Disparities in Stillbirths Within Hospitals and Health Care Trusts in England

Health experts highlight Black maternal health disparities during awareness month

During Maternal Health Awareness Month, the Johnston County chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, highlights the alarming disparities in Black maternal health.

Study reveals stark ethnic and social disparities in stillbirths within hospitals and health care trusts in England

Stillbirth rates are known to be higher for Black and Asian women than for white women, and those living in the most deprived areas are more at risk than those in the least deprived areas. Now a new University of Bristol-led study published in BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology reveals that these disparities exist even within individual hospitals and NHS Trusts.

Why Do Some Women Have Stillbirths?

Stillbirth is a very sad and painful experience where a baby dies before or during birth. Many people wonder why this happens, especially when the mother has been healthy and careful during pregnancy. Understanding the common reasons for stillbirth can help women and families take steps to reduce the risk and get the right care.What … The post Why Do Some Women Have Stillbirths? appeared first on Business Elites Africa.