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Maternal mortality among Black women is a national crisis, but it’s even worse in Oklahoma
posted 03/16/2022
The state has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the country.
Mothers and babies keep dying at high rates in Oklahoma
posted 07/16/2021
Babies and pregnant women in Oklahoma have some of the worst health outcomes in the nation. A new project will share the stories of women and families affected by the state’s shortcomings.

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Maternal mortality among Black women is a national crisis, but it’s even worse in Oklahoma
The state has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the country. more »
posted 03/16/22
Mothers and babies keep dying at high rates in Oklahoma
Babies and pregnant women in Oklahoma have some of the worst health outcomes in the nation. A new... more »
posted 07/16/21

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Project: She was charged with manslaughter after a miscarriage. Cases like hers are becoming more common in Oklahoma.
A growing number of women are facing criminal charges for substance use during pregnancy in Oklahoma. Experts and health care providers say that’s bad for moms and babies.
Project: Video: Watch our panel discussion on ‘Racism and Reproductive health’
Black Oklahomans are 50% more likely than white Oklahomans to die from maternity-related complications. Black babies in Oklahoma are almost 2.5 times more likely than white babies to die before their first birthday.
Project: In Oklahoma, Black families turn to doulas for better births
While progress to address poor birth outcomes among Black Oklahomans has been slow, women are taking action themselves.