A new Study by Diana Montoya-Williams Examines why Immigrant Mothers are Reluctant to Access Prenatal Care, WHYY

Fears of discrimination, the high cost of health care and possible deportation are causing some Latino immigrants in Philadelphia to delay or forego prenatal care. Montoya-Williams expresses concern for the immigrants who cannot receive the care needed. 

Citation:

"What’s stopping some immigrants from accessing prenatal care — and what Philly’s health system can do about it," WHYY, L Tung, May 27, 2024.

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