#72 Maternal Mortality
Scott Benner
In this episode(s) we learn about something different...
After Ryan Hansen unexpectedly lost his wife Tara during childbirth he became a maternal mortality advocate. Maternal mortality is more prevalent in the United States then you may expect and taking the time to understanding the simple steps that will help to avoid this unnecessary and catastrophic lose of life is beyond important.
Now if you're saying, "Wait, this is supposed to be a podcast about diabetes...", don't worry we are getting right back to it in the next episode. I wanted to give this story a voice while showing how valuable advocacy can be. You should give it a try...
But wait there is more!
This bonus episode is a companion to Ryan's story
Maternal mortality is more prevalent in the United States then you may expect and taking the time to understanding the simple steps that will help to avoid this unnecessary and catastrophic lose of life is beyond important. In this bonus episode I speak with Dr. Priya Agrawal from Merck For Mothers to discuss what you can do to ensure a safer birthing experience.
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