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Mayor Eric Adams Discusses Doula Program and Racial Disparities in Healthcare

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New York City Mayor Eric Adams recently spoke on a local radio show, highlighting the city's doula program and addressing racial disparities in pain management within healthcare. The program, which has served over 3,000 women, has seen no pregnancy-related deaths among participants. This achievement is particularly significant given that Black women in New York City are four times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than white women. Mayor Adams also discussed the importance of addressing the tendency for doctors to perceive Black women as having a higher tolerance for pain, leading to undertreatment.

Key Takeaways:

  • The New York City doula program has served over 3,000 women and has seen no pregnancy-related deaths among participants.
  • Black women in New York City are four times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than white women.
  • Mayor Adams emphasized the importance of addressing racial disparities in pain management, citing studies that show doctors often perceive Black women as having a higher tolerance for pain.
  • The program provides emotional support, knowledge, and information to women going through pregnancy, and has been shown to be extremely successful when implemented.
  • Mayor Adams noted that a doula is a trained professional who provides support to women and their partners during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum.
  • The mayor encouraged listeners to get involved in the program by contacting the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.

Statistics:

  • Over 3,000 women have been served by the New York City doula program.
  • Black women are four times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than white women in New York City.
  • The program has seen no pregnancy-related deaths among participants.
  • Mayor Adams has been committed to addressing racial disparities in healthcare, including pain management.
  • The city has seen significant decreases in crime and unemployment, particularly in Black and brown communities, under Mayor Adams' tenure.

Sources:

  • NYC.gov: The official website of the City of New York
  • 94.7 The Block: A local radio station in New York City
  • Mayor Eric Adams' campaign website: [www.ericadams2025.com](http://www.ericadams2025.com)

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