Despite being one of the wealthiest countries in the world — and one which famously spends a large chunk of its GDP on healthcare — the United States has a dismal record on maternal health outcomes.

This article explores the challenges and highlights actionable telehealth solutions that enhance access to care, particularly for mothers at higher risk of postpartum depression. Maternal health care ...

The U.S. remains "among the most dangerous developed nations for childbirth." The United States continues to be one of the "most dangerous developed nations" for childbirth, according to a new report ...

Among 11 developed countries, the United States has the highest maternal mortality rate, a relative undersupply of maternity care providers, and no guaranteed access to provider home visits or paid ...

This issue of Health Affairs includes the annual national health expenditure projections from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Several articles focus on rural hospitals, including ...

The U.S. has the worst record in the developed world for maternal mortality, with death rates for expectant mothers doubling since the 1980s. 1 Women of color – including Black, Latina, American ...

Although in some areas, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives may be declining in healthcare, birth equity remains a priority for many hospitals in California, including Miller Children’s ...