"“Disbelieving Black Women to Death”; the “Double Jeopardy”: Racism and" by Madeline St. Clair

Month/Year of Graduation

5-2020

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

Department

Biology

First Advisor

Dr. Timi Barone

Abstract

This paper explores possible reasons why Black women in the United States experience a higher maternal mortality rate than their white counterparts. Using books, articles, journals, documentaries, personal experiences and stories of Black women and mothers, I argue that barriers from the societal to the individual level create health and medical disparities for Black mothers in pregnancy, during delivery, and the postpartum period. The paper concludes with a multifaceted solution and call to action.

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