Registration Open for the Maternal Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders Summit

The United States faces a maternal health crisis as mortality rates continue to accelerate at an alarming pace. Many elements impact the increased risk of pregnancy complications that lead to maternal death, yet more than 80 percent of these deaths are considered preventable. Notably, racial and ethnic disparities exist as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities are at least two to four times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than White women.

It is critical to acknowledge that mental and substance use disorders are common conditions that complicate the perinatal period and are currently the leading cause of maternal mortality. North Carolina is particularly affected, having reported disproportionate rates of pregnancy-related deaths from mental health conditions and injuries that are largely attributed to overdose. Moreover, discrimination is recorded as the most prevalent contributory factor.

Registration for the MMHSUD Summit!

OPTIMIZING OUTCOMES: MATERNAL MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS SUMMIT
Friday, August 14, 2026
DoubleTree Atlantic Beach
Oceanfront
2717 W Fort Macon Rd
ATLANTIC BEACH, NC
Check-In 7:00 am
Program 8:00 am – 3:30 pm

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