OVERVIEW

Gestational diabetes (GDM) is a common medical problem during pregnancy and we’re seeing a significant increase in GDM cases, especially in people of color. Approximately 33% of people with a history of GDM will develop type 2 diabetes within five years of delivery, for people of color, this risk rises to nearly 50%. In this webinar, panelists discuss the disparities disproportionately affecting Black birthing individuals and provide solutions to address risks and disparities associated with GDM.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Identify and describe the historical and contextual factors that contribute to persistent maternal health disparities in the U.S. 

• Compare the Black maternal health crisis with the rise of GDM.

• Review diagnosis and etiology of GDM in pregnancy and how GDM impacts pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

• Recognize the importance of developing and implementing solutions to address systemic and lifestyle factors that affect Black women with GDM.

• Emphasize the critical importance of focusing on the fourth trimester as an intervention point to reduce risks related to long-term cardiometabolic health.

CREDITS

1 Free CE (CME, ABIM-MOC, ACPE, ANCC, AAPA, CDR, COP)

EXPIRATION DATE

December 31, 2024

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