Karen Sheffield-Abdullah
Nurse midwife and professor of nursing at the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, working to improve maternal health outcomes for Black women.
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Jul 9, 2023 • 15min
The Black Maternal Mortality Crisis and Why It Remains an Issue
Karen Sheffield-Abdullah, a nurse midwife and nursing professor at UNC-Chapel Hill, tackles the critical issue of Black maternal mortality. She highlights the alarming statistics showing Black women face disproportionate risks during pregnancy. The conversation dives into the historical roots of these disparities, emphasizing how systemic racism continues to affect healthcare. Sheffield-Abdullah advocates for better listening to Black women’s experiences and the necessity of compassionate care to improve outcomes in maternal health.
