Black Canadians face elevated risk of severe pregnancy complications, study finds

Source Summary

Research published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal shows that Black people in Canada experience higher rates of severe maternal morbidity—serious complications during pregnancy, labor, delivery, and the postpartum period—compared with white people. The study documents a significant health disparity in maternal outcomes across racial groups in Canada.

Why it matters

Identifying racial disparities in maternal health outcomes is essential for developing targeted public-health interventions to reduce preventable complications and improve care equity.