North Carolina's maternal death rate is higher than the national average and cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death among new moms in the U.S. One North Carolina woman is determined to shed light on the signs and symptoms through her own experience. TaShenma Mack, a patient advocate, is well aware of the increased risk of heart disease during pregnancy but was taken by surprise when it affected her. ...

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