By Jasmine Browley ·Updated August 26, 2024
Pregnancy-related mortality rates among Black women are over three and two times higher, respectively, compared to the rate for White women. Post-Roe v. Wade Black women in Southern states face particularly tough challenges when seeking the health help they need. Research shows they are less likely to receive abortion care, barriers to securing adequate child care and often grapple with inherent stigmas in the health
