Barriers to Women’s Health Under the Trump Administration

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During the Trump administration, challenges to women’s health have intensified. The United States faces maternal mortality rates that surpass those of other developed nations. Black women experience an even greater risk. Efforts to address these disparities have faced setbacks, as the National Institutes for Health (NIH) reduces funding for initiatives that explore issues of race, sex, or gender. This includes restricting the usage of terms like “women” and “diversity” in funding proposals.