Maternal Mortality
Black women are how many times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than white women?
What is three times?
This is a place you go when you need a check up or are feeling sick.
What is a clinic or hospital?
What is housing?
This vitamin is essential during pregnancy to help prevent birth defects.
What is folic acid?
This government program gives families a card or vouchers to help buy health foods.
What is SNAP or WIC?
This condition, identified by high blood pressure and organ damage, is a leading cause of Black maternal deaths.
What is preeclampsia?
This helps pay for medical care.
What is health insurance?
These tiny things in old paint and dust can harm a child's brain.
What is lead?
Pregnant people are encouraged to have this number of prenatal visits for a healthy pregnancy.
What is at least 12-14 visits?
Fruits and vegetables help your body get these natural nutrients.
What are vitamins, minerals, and fiber?
Serena Williams and Beyoncé both shared their stories about experiencing this life-threatening pregnancy complication.
What is a blood clot or preeclampsia?
This type of care helps make sure moms and babies stay healthy during pregnancy.
What is prenatal care?
Too much of this in your home can cause breathing problems or asthma.
What is dust, mold, smoke indoor air pollution?
Name one major pregnancy-related risk factor that disproportionately affects Black women.
What is hypertension, diabetes, or obesity?
When a family doesn't always have enough food, it's called this?
What is food insecurity?
Non-medical factors that influence health outcome and quality of life
Social determinants of health
If you don't have a car, this might make it harder to see a doctor?
What is lack of transportation?
If you don't have this, it may be hard to keep your home warm in winter or cool in summer.
What is utility assistance, CEDA, People Gas and ComED?
This term describes when a baby is born before 37 weeks of pregnancy.
What is preterm birth?
You can get fresh produce and other healthy food at one of these community events.
What is a farmers market or food pantry?
Name one factor contributing to higher Black maternal mortality rates.
What is implicit bias, lack of access to quality care, chronic health conditions, or stress from racism?
This person can help you find a doctor, schedule appointments, and support you through your health journey.
What is a community health worker or case manager?
When families move often or don't have stable housing, this is called being...
What is housing insecure or experiencing housing instability?
The recommended weight gain during pregnancy varies based on this maternal characteristic.
What is pre-pregnancy BMI (Body Mass Index)?
Eating too much of this ingredient found in soda and candy can lead to health problems like diabetes.
What is sugar?