Former Mayor Sylvester Turner and former City Council member Amanda Edwards have announced their intention to run for the seat in Congress left vacant by the late Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee. Turner served as mayor of Houston from 2016 to 2022, while Edwards served on the City Council from 2016 to 2020. The election for the seat is set to take place in November 2024.
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Crisis To Care: 5 Charts On Black Maternal Health Progress
Black birthing people in the United States face a mortality rate three times higher than that of white women due to pregnancy-related causes. However, advancements in maternal health care, such as the increased availability of certified midwives, doulas, and prenatal care, are contributing to improved outcomes and enhanced support for birthing individuals.
