Closing the Maternal Health Gap | Kansas City News

Black infants die at twice the rate of white infants, and Black women are three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes — a crisis demanding urgent action. Uzazi Village, on the frontlines for 14 years, is hosting a powerful awareness walk this Saturday at the UMKC soccer stadium to empower Black families with prenatal support, doulas training, and childbirth education. Attendees are urged to advocate for themselves, ask critical questions, and explore care options — especially if on Medicaid. Join the walk from 3–6 PM for education, solidarity, and change. Tickets: $25. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6a549afc0aa9dfe4