Half of black women in UK who raise concerns during labour did not receive suitable help, study finds
The study found that maternity experiences of over 1,000 pregnant individuals in the UK revealed significant disparities in healthcare for black women. Almost half of pregnant black women raised concerns during labor, but half of them said their concerns were not properly addressed. Additionally, black women in the UK are up to four times more likely to die during childbirth compared to their white counterparts, and are also more likely to experience serious birth complications and perinatal mental health issues. The findings highlight the urgent need to address systemic inequalities and improve the quality of care for black women during pregnancy and childbirth.
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