Black Maternal Health Week shines light on alarming disparities, as CDC reports rising death rates
The latest CDC data from 2021 shows more than 1,200 women died of pregnancy complications up from 754 deaths in 2019.
The latest CDC data from 2021 shows more than 1,200 women died of pregnancy complications up from 754 deaths in 2019.
A maternal health bill that passed in New Jersey this year ensures pregnant mothers have access to doulas in hospitals and birthing centers.
Doulas help expecting moms navigate their pregnancy and advocate for them in the birthing room and after the baby is born - and even serve as interpreters. Wakisha Bailey reports.
Temple University Hospital is part of a trial that could help improve the high rate of pregnancy-related deaths among Black women in Philadelphia.
A South Jersey hospital welcomed 23 leapster babies Thursday.
Search warrant filings for the Pennsylvania home where a pregnant Amish woman was killed this week say she appeared to have suffered cutting wounds to her neck and head.
Black mothers are two to three times more likely to die during and after pregnancy than White mothers, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.
Black mothers are two to three times more likely to die during and after pregnancy than White mothers, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.
A new study shows severe morning sickness may be linked to a certain hormone, and that could be used as a treatment.
Lowering or pre-exposing a pregnant person to the hormone GDF15 could help lessen morning sickness symptoms once pregnant, according to new research.
Working to cope with her own grief, Ashley Lieser is also giving back to other women experiencing pregnancy loss, one blanket at a time.
The vaccine for pregnant women would be given between 32 and 36 weeks of pregnancy and would protect newborns for six months.
The vaccine is made by Pfizer and given to mothers while they're still pregnant.
Manufacturer Universal Meditech Inc. has recalled undistributed tests but not those that have already been distributed to consumers.
Two boys were born on the same day in the same hospital, and their moms are sisters living on the same street.
Doctors say pregnancy later in life is becoming more common, but advanced age brings increased maternal risks.
Doctors say more women are waiting until their late 30s or early 40s to have a baby and that can come with some risks.
Three-time Olympic medalist Tori Bowie, who died in early May at the age of 32, was eight months pregnant and in labor at the time of her death.
Since the smoky conditions took over our region, medical experts have said sensitive groups like children or those with asthma will feel the worst impact. Pregnant women are also in that category.
A maternal RSV vaccine could be a big benefit to families and ERs, doctors say.
A new mother was given a second chance at life and is able to celebrate her first Mother's Day, thanks to a stranger who allowed her to get a life-saving heart transplant.
Global progress in reducing deaths during pregnancy has flatlined since 2015, according to a new report from the World Health Organization.
The goal is to raise awareness for the mental health disorders women experience during and after pregnancy.
A Berks County couple has two biological sons who are just five weeks apart and they're not twins, so how did it happen?
McDevitt will be 38 weeks pregnant during the Super Bowl, and doesn't want to take any chances.
Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse ripped the officiating in the team's heartbreaking 104-101 loss to the New York Knicks on Monday night at Madison Square Garden.
Families gathered in New Jersey Monday night to mark the start of Passover, the annual celebration of the Israelites' exodus from slavery in Egypt.
Donte DiVincenzo hit a go-ahead 3-pointer in the fourth quarter as the Philadelphia 76ers lost, 104-101, to the New York Knicks on Monday night at Madison Square Garden.
It's spring, but parts of the Philadelphia region will dip below freezing overnight as temperatures plummet.
Ranger Suárez allowed two hits in seven innings and Kody Clemens hit a three-run homer as the Philadelphia Phillies extended their winning streak to seven games with a 7-0 victory over the Cincinnati Reds.
Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse ripped the officiating in the team's heartbreaking 104-101 loss to the New York Knicks on Monday night at Madison Square Garden.
The Philadelphia Police Department has withdrawn the arrest warrant issued for State Rep. Kevin Boyle, District Attorney Larry Krasner announced on Monday.
Donte DiVincenzo hit a go-ahead 3-pointer in the fourth quarter as the Philadelphia 76ers lost, 104-101, to the New York Knicks on Monday night at Madison Square Garden.
Families gathered in New Jersey Monday night to mark the start of Passover, the annual celebration of the Israelites' exodus from slavery in Egypt.
It's spring, but parts of the Philadelphia region will dip below freezing overnight as temperatures plummet.
It's spring, but parts of the Philadelphia region will dip below freezing overnight as temperatures plummet.
New technology is improving the organ transplant process, which means donors can save even more lives.
Ahead of Passover, which begins Monday, Jewish students at the University of Pennsylvania said they feel fear for those in Israel and on other campuses.
Construction is halfway complete on the Lansdowne Theater, the focus of an $18 million restoration project. Once the building reopens, it will serve as a concert hall.
The FBI says romance scammers are getting more sophisticated and sinister than ever before, and the popularity of dating apps has given the criminals an easy in.
Families gathered in New Jersey Monday night to mark the start of Passover, the annual celebration of the Israelites' exodus from slavery in Egypt.
It's spring, but parts of the Philadelphia region will dip below freezing overnight as temperatures plummet.
The FBI says romance scammers are getting more sophisticated and sinister than ever before, and the popularity of dating apps has given the criminals an easy in.
With Earth Day on Monday, communities across the Philadelphia region are taking time to help pay it forward for the planet.
Sunday will be the chilliest day of the week with highs in the mid-50s and lots of clouds, but sun returns Monday along with high temperatures in the 60s and 70s throughout the rest of the week.
It's spring, but parts of the Philadelphia region will dip below freezing overnight as temperatures plummet.
The FBI says romance scammers are getting more sophisticated and sinister than ever before, and the popularity of dating apps has given the criminals an easy in.
Dover Police said 18-year-old Camay Mitchell DeSilva, who was not a registered student at Delaware State University, died at a hospital after she was found shot near a campus residence hall.
Delaware lawmakers narrowly passed a doctor-assisted suicide bill in the House, which will now be considered in the Senate.
Sunday will be the chilliest day of the week with highs in the mid-50s and lots of clouds, but sun returns Monday along with high temperatures in the 60s and 70s throughout the rest of the week.
Delaware lawmakers narrowly passed a doctor-assisted suicide bill in the House, which will now be considered in the Senate.
Temple Health is celebrating a transplant milestone at Friday's Phillies game. Plus, one of their patients had the honor to throw the game's first pitch.
Psychologists say listening to Taylor Swift's new 31-track album can be good for your mental health and emotional healing.
A social worker from Fox Chase will be riding 100 miles to help people with lung cancer in a special Peloton distance event on Sunday.
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume Infinite Herbs basil sold at some Trader Joe's and Dierberg's stores after 12 people were sickened.
Aramark employees at the Wells Fargo Center say they plan to strike again during the April 25 Sixers game after Philadelphia City Council passed a resolution supporting the workers.
From a new Taylor Swift to an exclusive Pearl Jam "Dark Matter" vinyl, Record Store Day 2024 will be a big one for record stores in the Philadelphia area and worldwide.
Wawa is officially in central Pennsylvania.
Cove Pocono Resorts' two other properties, Cove Haven Resort and Paradise Stream Resort, will remain open despite the closure of the Pocono Palace.
Nine life-sized sculptures made by world-renowned artist Seward Johnson are on loan to Philadelphia's Frankford Avenue in Mayfair until mid-September.
Three construction workers died on I-83 in York County, Pennsylvania after a truck struck their vehicle in an active work zone, Pennsylvania State Police said.
One person died in a car accident in Pennsauken, Camden County, Tuesday afternoon, Pennsauken police said.
All lanes of the Pennsylvania Turnpike near Quakertown have reopened after a dump truck overturned Monday morning, according to the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission.
A 21-year-old woman was killed after her car was struck by a drunken driver on I-95 northbound in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania State Police said Sunday.
Flooding closed multiple roads around the Philadelphia region for the morning commute on Friday, but they began reopening after around 8 a.m.
Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse ripped the officiating in the team's heartbreaking 104-101 loss to the New York Knicks on Monday night at Madison Square Garden.
Donte DiVincenzo hit a go-ahead 3-pointer in the fourth quarter as the Philadelphia 76ers lost, 104-101, to the New York Knicks on Monday night at Madison Square Garden.
Ranger Suárez allowed two hits in seven innings and Kody Clemens hit a three-run homer as the Philadelphia Phillies extended their winning streak to seven games with a 7-0 victory over the Cincinnati Reds.
Philadelphia Eagles legend Jason Kelce received a wooden replica of Lincoln Financial Field as a retirement gift from his wife, Kylie.
The Phillies on Monday placed Bryce Harper on the paternity list and recalled Kody Clemens from Triple-A Lehigh Valley.
Construction is halfway complete on the Lansdowne Theater, the focus of an $18 million restoration project. Once the building reopens, it will serve as a concert hall.
Mary J. Blige, Cher, Foreigner, A Tribe Called Quest, Kool & The Gang, Ozzy Osbourne, Dave Matthews Band and Peter Frampton have been named to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
A Pennsylvania school district has canceled an upcoming appearance by actor and children's book author Maulik Pancholy.
The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is back in Philly for another year this Saturday at the Fashion District from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. There is a new collection in honor of Hello Kitty's 50th anniversary.
The self-proclaimed jewel of Philadelphia, Sapphira Cristál still found a way to make history on the season finale despite falling short of the top spot.
Ukee Washington reports.
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Natasha Brown reports.
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While students aren't using real tattoo machines, an elective class at West Philadelphia High School is teaching students the techniques to create intricate tattoo designs.
William Bodine High School's robotics team is one of a few schools in the area set to represent Philadelphia at the FIRST Robotics Competition World Championship in Texas.
Two Bucks County girls wrestling medal winners are hopeful more young women will get involved in the male-dominated sport.
Students in Philadelphia's Law Pathway program are learning more about a possible legal career with help from Penn's law school and the Troutman Pepper law firm.
Mercy Career and Technical High School senior Taylor Houseman was one of two students selected to give a SEPTA bus a brand new look.
Classes are set to resume Tuesday at Delaware State University after a woman was shot and killed early Sunday morning on campus. There will also be a forum for students Tuesday night.
The announcement of Boyle's arrest warrant being withdrawn came one day before polls opened for the Pennsylvania primary election.
The Knicks scored the final eight points of the game to give them a 104-101 victory over the Sixers in Game 2 on Monday night.
Parts of the Philadelphia region are under a freeze warning Monday night, but warmer temperatures are on the way this weekend. Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the forecast.
With prayers, songs and traditions that span generations, families gathered Monday night to mark the start of Passover, the annual celebration of the Israelites' exodus from slavery in Egypt. "Passover celebrates the resilience of Jews," Jennifer Dubrow Weiss, CEO of the Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey, said.