​​Why black women are more likely to die in pregnancy

Black women in the U.S. are nearly three times more likely to die during pregnancy or delivery than any other race. Some doctors don't take their concerns seriously. This is the first story in a five-part AP series examining health disparities experienced by Black Americans.

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