Achieve Optimal Wellness with Black Natal Care

In the US, Black women experience significantly higher maternal mortality rates compared to other racial groups. In 2023, the rate for Black women was 50.3 deaths per 100,000 live births, significantly higher than the rates for White, Hispanic, and Asian women. This disparity is a persistent issue, with Black women facing a much higher risk of death during pregnancy and childbirth than White women. 

Key Points:

• Disparities: Black women experience a disproportionately high rate of maternal mortality compared to other racial groups. 
• Specific Rates: In 2023, Black women had a maternal mortality rate of 50.3 deaths per 100,000 live births, while White women had a rate of 14.5, Hispanic women 12.4, and Asian women 10.7. 
• Persistent Issue: This disparity is a long-standing issue with Black women facing a much higher risk of death during pregnancy and childbirth than White women. 
• Contributing Factors: Various factors contribute to these disparities, including variations in the quality of healthcare, underlying chronic conditions, and social determinants of health.