DE HCR3

Designates January 23, 2023, as "Maternal Health Awareness Day" in Delaware to raise awareness about maternal morbidity and mortality trends

Highlights that approximately 700 women die annually in the U.S. from pregnancy-related conditions, with Delaware recording 10 pregnancy-related deaths per 54,908 births from 2015-2019

Recognizes that mental health and substance use disorders are significant factors in maternal mortality, with 50,000 women nationally experiencing severe pregnancy-related complications annually

Acknowledges racial disparities in maternal health outcomes, noting that Black and brown women are disproportionately affected due to systemic racism and implicit bias

Addresses healthcare provider burnout as a public health crisis, with burnout rates reaching 50% and physician suicide risk 1.5 times higher than the general population