A midwife crosses ‘maternity deserts’ to make a difference for Black moms and babies

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Published on August 11, 2026 • Originally reported by Kristin Wright. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
A midwife crisscrosses Alabama to care for pregnant women and deliver babies. It

New research from the March of Dimes says more than half of U.S. counties have no labor and delivery hospitals. One Black midwife tries to make a difference for moms in Alabama. 

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