Congresswoman Alma S. Adams highlights the real consequences of global conflicts on American families, from rising energy prices to increased fertilizer costs, and the need for affordable and accessible healthcare.
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Black women in rural areas grapple with stark decline in obstetric care
Black women in rural communities are increasingly at risk as obstetric services decline due to hospital closures and reduced Medicaid funding. Limited access to specialists, long travel distances and policy changes are worsening maternal health outcomes, with Black mothers already facing disproportionately high mortality rates. Lawmakers are proposing legislation to expand Medicaid support, while doulas and community-based care providers are stepping in to help fill critical gaps.
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Should Black parents worry about a 4-day school week?
Nationwide, about 90 percent of four-day school weeks are used by rural, White populations. Here’s what Black families should know about the model. By Maya PottigerWord in Black Coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic, teachers, educators and parents have been playing catch up. The recent National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) report showed devastating declines […]