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November is Prematurity Awareness Month
One in 10 babies is born premature in the U.S. and the March of Dimes is raising awareness about preterm births.
March of Dimes' Signature Chefs Event raises money for research and support Hundreds of people enjoyed delicious food and raised more than $340,000 for the March of Dimes. Chefs from more than a dozen local restaurants shared their special meals and a live auction helped raise thousands.
6M women limited or no access to maternity care: report A new report from the March of Dimes shows states with more rural populations have the highest number of maternity care deserts.
Premature births are increasing, but more babies are surviving The rate of premature births in Pennsylvania is 9.8 percent, slightly less than the national rate of 10.5 percent. The March of Dimes says there's also a racial divide. In 2021, 14.4 percent of African-American babies were born prematurely, the highest of any race or ethnic group in the country.
N.J. woman shares her story to help others with preeclampsia, or pregnancy-related high blood pressure May is awareness month for preeclampsia, a type of high blood pressure. A new survey shows many people are not aware of the condition. The March of Dimes is also kicking off the Starts with Mom campaign.
March for Babies walk returning to North Shore It's the largest fundraiser of the year for the March of Dimes. The organization works to reduce the risk of pre-term birth.
March for Babies walk returning to North Shore It's the largest fundraiser of the year for the March of Dimes, working to reduce the risk of pre-term birth.
Georgia's 'March For Change' advocates demand better healthcare for moms and babies Local members and advocates of the March of Dimes took part in a virtual March for Change on Wednesday. They are calling on lawmakers to pass legislation to improve maternal and infant healthcare in Georgia. Georgia received an "F" grade for its preterm birth rate of 11.9%, which is below the national grade of D+.
Advocates demanding better healthcare for mothers and infants March for Change and the March of Dimes are pushing state lawmakers to better what they describe as Georgia's abysmal infant mortality rate -- which is well below the national rate.
Georgia's 'March For Change' advocates demand better healthcare for moms and babies Local members and advocates of the March of Dimes took part in a virtual March for Change on Wednesday. They're calling on lawmakers to pass legislation to improve maternal and infant healthcare in Georgia. Georgia received an "F" grade for its preterm birth rate of 11.9%, which is below the national grade of D+.
Health Benefits of fiber with Nutritionist Jen Avis Delta Sigma Theta and March of Dimes donate books to local NICU. Boley Elementary recognized as a comeback campus. City of Monroe announces route and street closures for Krewe of Laus parade.
Free Government Health Care Saved Mitch McConnell’s Heart Congress created the Office of the Attending Physician to minister to the medical needs of its members. McConnell had a stress test and a triple bypass after being diagnosed with a heart condition. March of Dimes did not meet with him in the lead-up to the health care bill.
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