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SCRANTON, PA — Pennsylvania health officials said state investments in maternal and child health programs have expanded screening, mental health support, and medical care access for pregnant women and new …
State Highlights $12.3 Million Investment in Maternal Health Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Black Maternal Health Caucus (PBMHC) will mark its two-year anniversary on Monday, October 27, with a day of advocacy and celebration at the State Capitol. …
Pennsylvania Black Maternal Health Caucus Marks Two Years of Legislative Action Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital (CCH) is celebrating a century of delivering babies, marking 100 years since the hospital’s first birth on September 29, 1925. What …
Chester County Hospital Marks 100 Years of Maternal Care Read More
WILLOW GROVE, PA — ECRI has released new findings on maternal care safety, underscoring persistent vulnerabilities in the U.S. healthcare system and outlining strategies to reduce risks for mothers and …
ECRI Highlights Maternal Care Safety Risks on World Patient Safety Day Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Maternity Care Coalition (MCC) will host a free community baby shower for Chester County-based parents on Saturday, June 14, from 11:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. The …
Celebrating Parenthood: Free Baby Shower Brings Joy and Support to Chester County Families Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Maternity Care Coalition (MCC) is hosting a community baby shower on Saturday, June 14, 2025, to celebrate and support new and expectant families in Chester …
Baby Shower Brings Hope and Vital Support to Chester County Families Read More
READING, PA — The Shapiro Administration has launched a new initiative to improve women’s health care access and awareness in Pennsylvania. The effort, timed to coincide with Women’s Health Month, …
Pennsylvania’s Urgent Call to Women: Share Your Voice to Shape Better Health Care! Read More
NORTH HUNTINGDON, PA — State lawmakers convened at Beverly’s PGH on Wednesday for a roundtable discussion and tour, spotlighting the nonprofit’s vital role in supporting families across Southwestern Pennsylvania. Serving …
Lawmakers Highlight Legislative Efforts at Beverly’s PGH Read More
PITTSBURGH, PA — State lawmakers convened in Pittsburgh to address the alarming realities of maternal health deserts in Pennsylvania. Co-hosted by the House Majority Policy Committee and the Black Maternal …
Lawmakers Spotlight Maternal Health Deserts at Pittsburgh Hearing Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Vital Start Health has announced a groundbreaking initiative to bring its virtual reality (VR) programs and expert-backed resources for pregnancy support directly to users of the Pregnancy+ …
Vital Start Health Partners with Pregnancy+ to Offer VR Support for Expecting Parents Read More