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Race No Longer Dictates Pregnancy Screenings in Landmark Shift

4/24/2025

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Dr. Taj Mustapha of M Health Fairview has made a groundbreaking announcement: race will no longer dictate pregnancy screenings and tests. This pivotal shift, fueled by the Birth Justice Initiative, seeks to eradicate racial biases that distort health risk assessments. By focusing on social determinants of health, the initiative promises fair and equitable care for every expectant mother.

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Dr. Taj Mustapha of M Health Fairview has made a groundbreaking announcement: race will no longer dictate pregnancy screenings and tests. This pivotal shift, fueled by the Birth Justice Initiative, seeks to eradicate racial biases that distort health risk assessments. By focusing on social determinants of health, the initiative promises fair and equitable care for every expectant mother.