Ep. 154: A Father’s Fight to End the Maternal Health Crisis

Ep. 154: A Father’s Fight to End the Maternal Health Crisis

Published on Sep 15
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Well Beyond Medicine: The Nemours Children's Health Podcast
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<p>Charles Johnson walked into a California hospital expecting joy – hours later, his wife, Kira, was gone after preventable delays and inaction. Charles shares how that devastating loss sparked the creation of <a href='https://4kira4moms.com/'><b>4Kira4Moms</b></a>, a nonprofit dedicated to improving maternal health outcomes, advancing policy reform and supporting families impacted by maternal mortality. The U.S. is facing a maternal health crisis, with Black women most at risk. 4Kira4Moms works to close these gaps and make childbirth safe, empowering and free of fear for every mother.</p><p>Guest: <b>Charles Johnson IV</b>, Founder and President, 4Kira4Moms</p><p>Host/Producer: <b>Carol Vassar</b></p><p><br/></p><p>Views expressed by guests do not necessarily reflect the views of the host or management. <br/><br/><b>Subscribe, review or let your voice be heard at </b><a href='https://nemourswellbeyond.org'><b>NemoursWellBeyond.org</b></a><b>.</b></p>