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Democratic Party of Illinois Hosts Black Maternal Health Event in Belleville

Silence DoGood - June 15, 2026

The Democratic Party of Illinois collaborated with The Doula Lab and Nurture Birth & Health, two Black women-led organizations in the Metro East region that work to support families and reduce maternal and infant health inequities. #democraticparty #health

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Op-Ed: Health Equity Requires More Than Good Intentions: Why 340B Needs Transparency Before Expansion

Silence DoGood - May 15, 2026

Op-Ed: Health Equity Requires More Than Good Intentions: Why 340B Needs Transparency Before Expansion - Black women and families in underserved communities face some...

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Illinois maternal mortality report finds rise in pregnancy-related deaths

Silence DoGood - January 1, 2026

Of the pregnancy-related deaths that occurred in 2021 and 2022, the committees found 91% could have been prevented. #pregnancy #health

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