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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has entered a new partnership with Heartland Forward aimed at expanding federal maternal health programs and improving pregnancy-related outcomes, …
HHS Expands Maternal Health Initiative Through New Partnership Read More
ALLENTOWN, PA — Pennsylvania has invested $12.3 million in maternal and child health programs since 2023, expanding screenings, improving access to care, and launching new initiatives aimed at reducing risks …
Maternal Health Gains Emerge as State Boosts Funding Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania lawmakers are advancing efforts to address maternal health disparities after testimony revealed a woman gave birth roadside following hospital discharge while in active labor.
Lawmakers Confront Maternal Care Failures After Shocking Testimony Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania officials have released a statewide strategy aimed at reducing maternal deaths and improving access to care, with a focus on closing racial and geographic gaps in …
New Plan Targets Maternal Health Gaps, Saves Lives Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania is launching a statewide strategy to reduce maternal deaths and improve access to care, with new funding and coordinated policies aimed at addressing disparities in pregnancy …
New Maternal Health Plan Targets Deaths, Care Gaps Read More
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