Recent Spike In COVID-19 Cases, How Racism Affects Black Pregnancy

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Heard On The Morning Show

We explore the recent jump in COVID-19 cases in Wisconsin. Then, we discuss the unique challenges and difficulties Black women face during pregnancy.

Featured in this Show

  • Wisconsin Hits Highest Number Of COVID-19 Cases In Nearly Two Months

    Wisconsin recently recorded its highest number of COVID-19 cases in nearly two months. We talk with the chief medical officer at the state Department of Health Services about what’s driving the increase.

  • Black Maternal Health Outcomes

    “The Mindful Mama” of Milwaukee and an assistant professor at University of Wisconsin-Madison who studies racial disparities in health explain how systemic racism contributes to negative outcomes for pregnant Black women.

Episode Credits

  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Lee Rayburn Technical Director
  • Courtney Everett Producer
  • L. Malik Anderson Producer
  • Dr. Ryan Westergaard Guest
  • Tiffany Green Guest
  • Kisha Shanks Guest