Tonjanic Hill was overjoyed in 2017 when she learned she was 14 weeks pregnant. Despite a history of uterine fibroids, she never lost faith that she would someday have a child.
But, just five weeks after confirming her pregnancy, and the day after a gender-reveal party where she announced she was having a girl, she seemed unable to stop urinating. She didn't realize her amniotic fluid was leaking. Then came the excruciating pain.
"This is a public health crisis as it relates to Black moms and babies that is completely preventable," said Barbie Robinson, who took over as executive director of Harris County Public Health in March 2021. "When you look at the breakdown demographically — who's disproportionately impacted by the lack of access — we have a situation where we can expect these horrible outcomes.
The abundance of providers in Harris County hasn't reassured pregnant Black patients that they can find care that is timely, appropriate, or culturally competent — care that acknowledges a person's heritage, beliefs, and values during treatment. None of the medical staffers would talk to her, she said. She had no idea what was happening, no one was answering her questions, and she started having a panic attack.
"There was no respect at all, like zero respect or compassion," said Matthews, who has since founded the Shades of Blue Project, a Houston nonprofit focused on improving maternal mental health, primarily for Black patients.
Österreich Neuesten Nachrichten, Österreich Schlagzeilen
Similar News:Sie können auch ähnliche Nachrichten wie diese lesen, die wir aus anderen Nachrichtenquellen gesammelt haben.
The 1 Thing Black Doctors Want You To Know About Being Pregnant While BlackToo many Black birthing parents have to think about this.
Weiterlesen »
Completely free Acca on football every weekend in August on BetfairFootball is back and this weekend sees more Premier League and EFL action to get your teeth stuck into. Betfair are offering a free acca every weekend in August to use on football as it’s bac…
Weiterlesen »
Kanye’s wife Bianca looks completely naked in jaw-dropping sheer catsuitBIANCA Censori has worn one of her wildest outfits yet in new photos from Europe. The Yeezy designer was joined by her husband Kanye West, 46, for a vacation in Italy, but has shocked fans wit…
Weiterlesen »
Sky Sports issue apology to Everton for 'insensitive' comments after commentators mock black armbandsEverton players and staff wore black armbands during their match against Aston Villa on Sunday
Weiterlesen »
Helen Flanagan puts on a busty display in a plunging black catsuitThe former Coronation Street star, 33, put on a very busty display in a plunging black catsuit, which showcased her toned figure.
Weiterlesen »