The Center for Maternal Health Equity at Morehouse School of Medicine is conducting a study to help Black women with their health before pregnancy. This study aims to improve the health of women who want to become pregnant by addressing heart-related risks like obesity, diabetes, and high blood pressure. The study will take place in several community centers across Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. These centers already help many Black women and are a great place to start this program. The study will test different ways to help women better prepare for pregnancy and improve their health.

Key Points:

• Participants must be Black/African-American, speak English, not be pregnant, own a phone, and receive services at a community site.
• The study will happen in 10 different locations and will involve structured follow-up visits for counseling.
• The study aims to reduce racial differences in pregnancy-related health issues by finding the best ways to help women be healthier before pregnancy.