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‘You don’t know what you don’t know’: A Q&A with a NC doula on making maternal care affordable and accessible
It can be difficult and expensive to be a pregnant person in NC, especially if you’re Black or live in a rural community. We talked with a NC doula about the gaps in care and making doulas more accessible to all.
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How Democrats’ ‘Mamas First Act’ could save lives by funding doula and midwife services
A bill co-sponsored by Rep. Alma Adams of North Carolina would expand access to a vital tool in the fight to address the nation’s Black maternal health crisis.
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5 ideas for Mother’s Day in NC that are thoughtful, fun, and not at all corny
Don’t treat Mother’s Day like an afterthought. Actually make a plan that makes your mother smile real big. We are nothing without our mothers. Literally. That’s why we’re coming to you with an important PSA: Treat Mother’s Day appropriately by making thoughtful plans with her in mind. Don’t buy something corny from a bath and…
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NC midwives might be the key to the Black maternal health crisis
As NC’s health leaders grapple with a maternal health crisis that’s particularly impactful for Black women—who are three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than white women—midwives could play a huge role.
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NC Democrats propose bill to halt private school voucher expansions
“I think maybe the most confounding mystery is why so many rural legislators vote to take taxpayer money out of their own public schools and send it to the large number of private schools in the city,” he said.
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Josh Stein: During Teacher Appreciation Week, saying thank you is only the first step
NC candidate for governor Josh Stein on saying “thank you” during Teacher Appreciation Week.
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Biden visits Wilmington, unveils funding to replace lead water pipes
“Recently, we discovered that one of our school’s water fountains was contaminated with lead. We swiftly resolved the issue, but no teacher or student should have to worry about their most basic needs, like access to clean water,” she said.
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Trump says he would allow red states to track pregnancies, prosecute abortion ban violators
In a new interview, former president Donald Trump plays to anti-abortion advocates by stating he would allow states to enforce extreme abortion regulations during a second term.
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‘Break the silence’: A project that aims to better understand NC’s Black maternal health crisis
Our goal is to examine the deep roots of the Black maternal health crisis in North Carolina, offer important resources, and amplify the personal stories behind the numbers.
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‘It really feels like I belong less’: App State students criticize university’s decisions affecting the LGBTQ community
For some students, the reality is a bit more complicated. Recent events and decisions at the university have left them feeling that the institution is not living up to its promise as a welcoming place for members of the LGBTQ community.
