Maternal deaths after birth are preventable, but the United States is turning a blind eye to the causes. When comparing the United States to other countries it is easy to see that we have a much higher maternal mortality rate. “In 2018, there were 17 maternal deaths for every 100,000…

When researching causes for the unnecessary high number of black maternal mortality rates, I found a really interesting article. The author, Courtney Barnes, has been an obstetrician, the doctor who performs deliveries, for 15 years. Based on the facts in my other post “Simply an African American Woman’s Skin Color”…

Education plays an important role in success today. Without an education, it’s more difficult to get a job, to read, and get through daily life. Think about how much you use the skills you learned in school in everyday life. Like reading signs, doing quick math in your head, knowing…

Socioeconomics is based on the social standing or class of an individual or group and is measured through a combination of education, income and occupation. According to the article “The interplay of race, socioeconomic status and neighborhood residence upon birth outcomes in a high black infant mortality community” their study…