#46: Beyond the Numbers: Unraveling Black Maternal and Infant Health Disparities

Welcome to a thought-provoking episode of the Coleman Associates Innovation Podcast! Today, we're honored to have Evonnia Woods, a distinguished advocate from Reproaction in Columbia, Missouri, grace our virtual studio. Prepare for an enlightening conversation as we delve deep into the realm of Black Maternal and Infant Health, exploring the pressing issue through a data-driven lens.In this episode, we'll confront the stark reality of health disparities faced by black women and infants. Armed with compelling statistics and real-world anecdotes, Evonnia expertly unpacks the multifaceted challenges that contribute to these disparities. We'll explore the systemic factors at play, unmasking the biases and barriers that hinder access to quality care for black communities.This episode isn't just about highlighting disparities; it's about empowering our listeners with tangible solutions. Drawing from her wealth of expertise, Evonnia illuminates strategies and best practices that can help reduce barriers to care and improve outcomes. With a focus on providing high-quality, equitable healthcare, we'll explore innovative approaches and community-based initiatives that have shown promise in bridging the gaps and decreasing health disparities.Follow us on LinkedIn, send us an email,  follow us on Facebook, or check out our website.Host:Adrienne MannGuests:Evonnia WoodsShow Notes: Adrienne used the word Terramazing which is borrowed from several of Cy Wakeman's videos that have since been taken off of YouTube at publishing. Regarding the CPS removal of a black baby: Adams, C. (2023, April 14). Protesters demand return of Black couple's baby taken by Texas authorities after home birth. NBC News. Retrieved July 4, 2023, from https://www.nbcnews.com/news/nbcblk/protesters-demand-return-home-birthed-baby-taken-texas-authorities-rcna79532Data: Centers for Disease Control. (2022, September 19). Pregnancy-Related Deaths: Data from Maternal Mortality Review Committees in 36 US States, 2017–2019 | CDC. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Retrieved July 4, 2023, from https://www.cdc.gov/reproductivehealth/maternal-mortality/erase-mm/data-mmrc.htmlFolks with appendixes on the left side: Cleveland Clinic. (2022, July 18). Situs Inversus: Causes & Outlook. Cleveland Clinic. Retrieved July 4, 2023, from https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/23486-situs-inversusMore Data: Kaiser Family Foundation. (2022, November 1). Racial Disparities in Maternal and Infant Health: Current Status and Efforts to Address Them. Kaiser Family Foundation. Retrieved July 4, 2023, from https://www.kff.org/racial-equity-and-health-policy/issue-brief/racial-disparities-in-maternal-and-infant-health-current-status-and-efforts-to-address-them/Regarding the CPS removal of a black baby: Kaiser Family Foundation. (2023, April 21). Newborn Returned To Black Parents In Texas Amid Claims Of Medical Bias. Kaiser Health News. Retrieved July 4, 2023, from https://kffhealthnews.org/morning-breakout/newborn-returned-to-black-parents-in-texas-amid-claims-of-medical-bias/Thanks for listening!  Check us out on: FacebookInstagramLinkedInOur WebsiteTikTokTwitterYouTube