April 21, 2025 Addressing the Rural Maternal Health Crisis More than 100 rural hospitals nationwide have stopped (or have announced plans to stop) delivering babies since 2020, according to new data from the Center for Healthcare Quality and Payment Reform (CHQPR).
April 16, 2025 Commemorating Black Maternal Health Week Black Maternal Health Week is April 11 through 17, emphasizing the importance of community-driven change, self-advocacy, and efforts to improve Black maternal health outcomes.
March 28, 2025 Shapiro Administration Calls for Universal Postpartum Depression Screenings, Faster Mental Health Referrals The profound impact of postpartum depression is felt by mothers, their families, and communities across Pennsylvania. To help combat this epidemic, state officials are calling for universal postpartum screenings and more urgent referrals for mental health care.