By Diane Bernard, Maryland News Connection BALTIMORE - Maternal mortality rates are higher for women of color, and the issue is getting renewed attention from state and federal lawmakers. A Maryland legislator said the state needs to do more to prevent racial disparities in maternal health outcomes. Del. Jheanelle Wilkins, D-Montgomery County, speaking at an […]

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