Black women are 3x more likely to die from pregnancy complications. Here’s why.

Why are Black women in America three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than white women?

In this ‘4 More Context’ episode, News4 anchor Jummy Olabanji shares with Ted Oberg what it was like to report on this crisis — while pregnant herself. Go behind the scenes of her deeply personal series on the Black maternal health crisis, as she opens up about her own challenges, the women whose stories shaped the reporting, and what needs to change in the healthcare system.
Jummy’s journey is part investigation, part reflection — and all heart.

Watch the original Black Maternal Health series: https://youtu.be/UeXl7tag4wA

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