Black Maternal Health Week shines light on alarming disparities, as CDC reports rising death rates
The latest CDC data from 2021 shows more than 1,200 women died of pregnancy complications up from 754 deaths in 2019.
The latest CDC data from 2021 shows more than 1,200 women died of pregnancy complications up from 754 deaths in 2019.
A maternal health bill that passed in New Jersey this year ensures pregnant mothers have access to doulas in hospitals and birthing centers.
Doulas help expecting moms navigate their pregnancy and advocate for them in the birthing room and after the baby is born - and even serve as interpreters. Wakisha Bailey reports.
Temple University Hospital is part of a trial that could help improve the high rate of pregnancy-related deaths among Black women in Philadelphia.
A South Jersey hospital welcomed 23 leapster babies Thursday.
Search warrant filings for the Pennsylvania home where a pregnant Amish woman was killed this week say she appeared to have suffered cutting wounds to her neck and head.
Black mothers are two to three times more likely to die during and after pregnancy than White mothers, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.
Black mothers are two to three times more likely to die during and after pregnancy than White mothers, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.
A new study shows severe morning sickness may be linked to a certain hormone, and that could be used as a treatment.
Lowering or pre-exposing a pregnant person to the hormone GDF15 could help lessen morning sickness symptoms once pregnant, according to new research.
Working to cope with her own grief, Ashley Lieser is also giving back to other women experiencing pregnancy loss, one blanket at a time.
The vaccine for pregnant women would be given between 32 and 36 weeks of pregnancy and would protect newborns for six months.
The vaccine is made by Pfizer and given to mothers while they're still pregnant.
Manufacturer Universal Meditech Inc. has recalled undistributed tests but not those that have already been distributed to consumers.
Two boys were born on the same day in the same hospital, and their moms are sisters living on the same street.
Doctors say pregnancy later in life is becoming more common, but advanced age brings increased maternal risks.
Doctors say more women are waiting until their late 30s or early 40s to have a baby and that can come with some risks.
Three-time Olympic medalist Tori Bowie, who died in early May at the age of 32, was eight months pregnant and in labor at the time of her death.
Since the smoky conditions took over our region, medical experts have said sensitive groups like children or those with asthma will feel the worst impact. Pregnant women are also in that category.
A maternal RSV vaccine could be a big benefit to families and ERs, doctors say.
A new mother was given a second chance at life and is able to celebrate her first Mother's Day, thanks to a stranger who allowed her to get a life-saving heart transplant.
Global progress in reducing deaths during pregnancy has flatlined since 2015, according to a new report from the World Health Organization.
The goal is to raise awareness for the mental health disorders women experience during and after pregnancy.
A Berks County couple has two biological sons who are just five weeks apart and they're not twins, so how did it happen?
McDevitt will be 38 weeks pregnant during the Super Bowl, and doesn't want to take any chances.
Community members in West Caln Township gathered to remember the 12-year-old who was found "broken and barely alive" and died of her injuries.
Brian Hathaway, a dispatcher at Temple University in Philadelphia, is proving it's never too late to go back to school.
Vice President Kamala Harris spoke about abortion access and women's healthcare during a campaign event at Salus University in Montgomery County.
Know these three surefire signs that your mattress has bedbugs.
From creepy sounds to visible structural damage, these five signs mean it's time to call a professional pest control company.
Philadelphia cleared out homeless encampments along Kensington Avenue, but it appears some of the targeted population were pushed to side streets without a permanent solution in place.
A mother accidentally struck and killed her 2-year-old daughter while she was trying to park in Philadelphia's Crescentville section on Wednesday, police said.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro will sign a bill that prohibits the use of cell phones while driving a car after it passed both chambers of the General Assembly in Harrisburg on Wednesday.
Community members in West Caln Township gathered to remember the 12-year-old who was found "broken and barely alive" and died of her injuries.
Brian Hathaway, a dispatcher at Temple University in Philadelphia, is proving it's never too late to go back to school.
Community members in West Caln Township gathered to remember the 12-year-old who was found "broken and barely alive" and died of her injuries.
Brian Hathaway, a dispatcher at Temple University in Philadelphia, is proving it's never too late to go back to school.
Vice President Kamala Harris spoke about abortion access and women's healthcare during a campaign event at Salus University in Montgomery County.
Artz Philadelphia is designed for people living with dementia and their care partners.
Nonprofits in Delaware County are counting on getting a big boost Wednesday as May 8-9 is the inaugural Delco Gives Day, a 24-hour campaign to support their favorite organizations.
Members of Temple Beth Sholom in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, saw the devastation firsthand in Israel, and they supported fellow Jews as the Israel-Hamas War continues.
The City of Wildwood is turning on its parking meters a week early. Now they'll be on when Donald Trump is holding a rally in town.
Wednesday morning is kicking off with scattered showers that could produce lightning, high winds and downpours for some in the Philadelphia region.
North Wildwood's city council approved a new teen curfew and a ban on large tents along the beach for the 2024 summer season during a Tuesday morning council meeting.
Video shows people breaking into the Queen May jewelry store on the Washington Street Mall in Cape May, New Jersey, getting away with Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Chanel handbags.
Wednesday morning is kicking off with scattered showers that could produce lightning, high winds and downpours for some in the Philadelphia region.
Tuesday starts with fog and clouds before a sunny day - with a chance of thunderstorms early Wednesday morning.
A 10-year-old boy is dead after he was struck by a teen driver whose car ran off the road in Wilmington, Delaware.
Police in Dover, Delaware, said two men were arrested for the murder of 18-year-old Camay Mitchell De Silva on Delaware State University's campus in April.
Philadelphia will see (but not very far) a foggy start to the week Monday. Kate Bilo tracks when the fog clears out and when Philly gets more rain.
Artz Philadelphia is designed for people living with dementia and their care partners.
ACL injuries are common and often involve difficult surgery and a long recovery, but a new collagen implant is changing that.
Panera is phasing out a highly caffeinated selection of lemonade beverages that's at the center of several lawsuits.
Recall includes yogurt pretzels and other confections sold by retailers such as Dollar General, HyVee, Target and Walmart.
A first-of-its-kind genetic treatment at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is restoring and improving vision.
An iconic local jeweler is under new management as the owners turned over the business Monday to several longtime employees for free.
California is partnering with a New Jersey-based pharmaceutical company to purchase a generic version of Narcan, the most well-known version of naloxone that can save a person's life during an opioid overdose.
Regulators have closed Republic First Bank's 32 branches in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York and they will be taken over by Fulton Bank.
For the second time in a month, Aramark union workers will go on strike, this time during Game 3 of the Philadelphia 76ers-New York Knicks playoff series at the Wells Fargo Center.
From a new Taylor Swift to an exclusive Pearl Jam "Dark Matter" vinyl, Record Store Day 2024 will be a big one for record stores in the Philadelphia area and worldwide.
The Phillies are encouraging fans heading to Wednesday's game to use public transportation and plan accordingly for traffic.
Part of the New Jersey Turnpike Southbound was blocked Tuesday due to a crash involving a tractor-trailer.
The 45th Annual Broad Street Run happens Sunday, May 5. Here's how to get there and where to park.
A tractor-trailer truck got stuck under an Amtrak bridge on Route 420 in Prospect Park, Pennsylvania on Friday morning.
A driver and passenger on Route 202 were killed after their vehicle crossed into oncoming traffic and struck a car-carrier truck in North Wales, Pennsylvania on Monday, according to police.
Chris Bassitt tossed three-hit ball and struck out six over 6 2/3 innings and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. had three hits and an RBI to lead the Toronto Blue Jays to a 5-3 victory that ended the Philadelphia Phillies' home winning streak at 11 games.
Ippei Mizuhara, 39, of Newport Beach, has agreed to plead guilty to one count of bank fraud, which carries a maximum sentence of 30 years in federal prison, and one count of subscribing to a false tax return, which carries a sentence of up to three years in federal prison.
Kody Clemens connected on his first swing with Bryce Harper's Victus bat for a homer off Blue Jays starter Jose Berrios, sparking a 10-1 win for the Phillies over Toronto on Tuesday night.
The Phillies are encouraging fans heading to Wednesday's game to use public transportation and plan accordingly for traffic.
A group of ice skaters who practice at IceWorks Skating Club in Aston, Pennsylvania, earned fourth palace at a competition in Bordeaux, France, last month.
"Grotesquerie" star Niecy Nash took to social media to show off her new co-worker, Travis Kelce, on the new horror-drama TV series by "American Horror Story" creator Ryan Murphy.
The stars came out for the the 2024 Met Gala in New York City. See some of the most eye-catching outfits of the night.
Kendrick Lamar and Drake have each released several ruthless diss tracks against each other, with Kendrick alleging Drake has a secret daughter and making other disturbing accusations.
'Bob Hearts Abishola', the acclaimed comedy, is signing off after its fifth season on CBS.
Tom Brady took his share of barbs from comedians, former teammates and his longtime coach during a made-for-streaming comedy live event on Netflix -- but one joke seemed to anger him.
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ASAP is holding a free-week long program that will teach girls in Philadelphia schools how to play chess.
Great Valley High School senior Lucca Ruggieri is already working his dream job: campaign manager for Republican Neil Young's run at Pennsylvania's 6th Congressional District.
While students aren't using real tattoo machines, an elective class at West Philadelphia High School is teaching students the techniques to create intricate tattoo designs.
William Bodine High School's robotics team is one of a few schools in the area set to represent Philadelphia at the FIRST Robotics Competition World Championship in Texas.
Two Bucks County girls wrestling medal winners are hopeful more young women will get involved in the male-dominated sport.
Bill Kelly says Thursday will be rainy in the Philadelphia region in the morning and there will be a chance of storms in the evening.
A Temple University Police dispatcher, Brian Hathaway, is proving it's never too late to go back to school, and he hopes his story inspires others. Reporter Kerri Corrado has the story.
The marchers said they support the right of Penn students and employees to protest. Thursday will be day 15 of the encampment on Penn's campus.
Members of the West Caln Township community in Chester County, Pennsylvania, wore blue this week to remember Malinda Hoagland, a 12-year-old who died after what officials called "evil" child abuse at the hands of her father and his girlfriend.
Police said the 31-year-old mother took her daughter inside the house and went back to park her car. But she didn't realize the child followed her outside before the fatal accident.