Maternal HealthBlack Maternal Health
Lawmakers Demand More Action After Shocking Testimony
After being discharged while in labor, Mercedes Wells gave birth on the side of a road. Her testimony is driving new PA legislation.
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Higher SUID death rate for Black infants in Allegheny County
95
Babies lost to SUID in Allegheny County since 2020
3×
Black mothers more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes
93.5%
Of pregnancy-related deaths are preventable
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Infant Health
Stop Infant Deaths in Allegheny County
95 babies lost to SUID since 2020. Black infants die at 2–3× the rate of white infants. Simple steps — Alone, Back, Crib — can save lives.
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Maternal HealthPittsburgh Spotlight
Pittsburgh Focus: Maternal Health Wins — PA MOMNIBUS 2025 Day
The PA Black Maternal Health Caucus celebrated legislative wins and unveiled the new PA MOMNIBUS 2.0 package at the state Capitol.
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Pittsburgh Hospital Earns Black Maternal Health Honor
UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital is the only Pennsylvania hospital recognized by U.S. News & World Report for excellence in Black maternal health outcomes.
Read Story →Mental HealthEnd Mental Health Stigma
Pittsburgh Mental Health Initiatives Grow
Pennsylvania joins suicide prevention advocates for Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, with $245M in new investments and 14 statewide 988 call centers.
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Addressing Black Suicide Trends: Culturally Informed Prevention Strategies
Pitt researchers find that awareness alone isn't enough — communities need culturally tailored strategies as Black suicide rates rise more than 100% in some regions.
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Black Churches Lead Community Support: Pitt's TRIBUTE Program
Pitt researchers train congregants in Pittsburgh's Homewood neighborhood as Emotional Support Advocates, creating new mental health entry points.
Read Story →Women's HealthBreast Cancer Legislation
PA Signs Historic Breast Cancer Legislation
Act 1 of 2023 — the first law of its kind in the nation — requires insurers to cover preventive screenings for high-risk women at no cost.
Read Story →Urgent NeedHelp End the Shortage
Blood Shortage Hits Pittsburgh — Your Donation Can Save Lives
The national blood supply has fallen 35%. Sickle cell patients and trauma victims are most at risk. Here's how Pittsburgh can help.
Read Story →Heart HealthDamar Hamlin CPR PSA
Damar Hamlin's PSA Promotes CPR — Pittsburgh Youth Participate
Pittsburgh high school football players joined Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin for an American Heart Association PSA on the life-saving power of CPR.
Read Story →Public HealthStay Protected
Get Your Flu Shot: Stay Safe in Pittsburgh
PA Lt. Governor Austin Davis and Secretary of Health Dr. Debra Bogen urge all Pennsylvanians to get vaccinated as respiratory virus season begins.
Read Story →Community CareSupport Pittsburgh Families
Join the Home Support Movement in Pittsburgh
Pennsylvania's Domiciliary Care program opens homes to adults who need daily support — and providers receive monthly compensation.
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