Association of Black Cardiologists’ “We Are The Faces” Campaign Unveils New Videos for Black Maternal Health Week

WASHINGTON, April 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — In celebration of Black Maternal Health Week (April 11-17, 2024) and April’s Minority Health Month, the Association of Black Cardiologists (ABC) is proud to unveil a new slate of videos as part of its third year of the “We Are The Faces of Black Maternal Health” awareness and advocacy campaign. This new collection of videos features excerpts from powerful patient narratives interwoven with insights from leading ABC member clinicians across diverse specialties. This series amplifies the intergenerational impact of the Black maternal health crisis and underscores the critical role of healthcare professionals in addressing racial disparities in maternal health outcomes. Recent findings continue to show that Black women are disproportionately impacted by maternal morbidity and mortality. These disparities extend to other women of color as well, highlighting the need for comprehensive action to ensure equitable access to quality care for all. “Decades of headlines emphasize the urgent need for a multi-faceted approach that addresses the systemic and institutional factors exacerbating the disparity gap in Black maternal and cardiovascular health,” states ABC President Dr. Anekwe Onwuanyi. “ABC remains committed to raising awareness, fostering collaboration and finding solutions to advance the health and wellbeing of Black...