EVENTS & MEDIA

Dr. Christina Pardo's research focuses on addressing racial disparities in maternal health, with a special emphasis on the Haitian immigrant community. Her work combines rigorous, timely research and practical strategies to confront health inequities, aiming to improve care and outcomes for marginalized populations.

Social Determinants of Health Needs Among Immigrant and U.S.-Born Pregnant Persons in Central Brooklyn: A Cross-Sectional Survey

Highlighting Dr. Christina Pardo's depth of expertise is crucial, as her study in Central Brooklyn underscores significant social determinants of health needs among immigrant pregnant individuals, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions to address racial disparities and improve equitable maternal care, particularly within the Haitian immigrant community.

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Maternal Health Equity and Respectful Maternity Care

Dr. Christina Pardo's findings from Cantor and colleagues’ systematic review on respectful maternity care. This work emphasizes defining and measuring respect as a key perinatal quality indicator and addressing global issues of disrespect in maternity care, advancing equitable and compassionate healthcare for all.

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Divisions of health equity in departments of obstetrics and gynecology

Disparities in maternal morbidity and mortality remain vivid reminders of the role of racism in obstetrics and gynecology.

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Debunking the latest anti-Haitian false claim | Letter to the Editor

A new racist claim brings back debunked health claims about Haitians

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Exclusive: Jumaane Williams, wife share challenging road to parenthood and call for maternal health bill’s passage

Dr. Christina Pardo, a Brooklyn OB-GYN, emphasizes racial disparities in maternal care, with Black women facing more bias and racism.

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Social determinants of perinatal mental health

Social inequities and mental health are public health and medical conditions that are inextricably linked...

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The Danger Of Leaving Women And Mothers Out Of Plans To Heal Haiti

As a result of a long history of traumatic events, ranging from political instability to natural disasters such as the 2010 earthquake, Haitians and their descendants continue to experience post-traumatic stress.

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New York Could Become First State to Offer Paid Leave for Prenatal Care

The plan is among several the governor is proposing to address what leaders have called a maternal health crisis in New York.

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Help Save Haitian Women and Babies in NYC

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Help Save Haitian Women and Babies in NYC

A family attends the Central Brooklyn Community Fair hosted by Life of Hope on Sept. 12, 2020. Photo courtesy: Dr. Christina Pardo

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Governor Kathy Hochul visits Life of Hope

Brooklyn, New York: On Tuesday, September 21, 2021, Governor Kathy Hochul visits Cristo Rey Brooklyn & Life of Hope “The People’s Center” to announce her “Vax to School” initiative

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Community Conversation at Kings Theatre Explores Solutions Around Black Maternal Health

America’s maternal mortality rates are among the highest in the developed world, and they are especially high among Black women

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VIDEOS

PAST EVENTS

Haitian Culture and Health Screening Considerations
Thu, Dec 12
Microsoft Teams Webinar
Dec 12, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Microsoft Teams Webinar
Dec 12, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Microsoft Teams Webinar
Join Us for an Eye-Opening Discussion on Haitian Migration, Health, and Cultural Care Learn from Dr. Christina Pardo as she delves into the history, health disparities, and cultural considerations vital to supporting Haitian communities in the United States.
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Haitian Women's Birth Equity Community Baby Shower
Sat, Dec 07
Brooklyn Public Library- Flatbush Branch
Dec 07, 2024, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Brooklyn Public Library- Flatbush Branch, 22 Linden Blvd. at, Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11226, USA
Dec 07, 2024, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Brooklyn Public Library- Flatbush Branch, 22 Linden Blvd. at, Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11226, USA
All are welcome! Workshop in English and Haitian Kreyol. Nap envite w nan baby shower. Jwenn enfòmasyon, edikasyon ak resous.
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Health Is Life
Thu, Nov 14
Brooklyn Public Library
Nov 14, 2024, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Brooklyn Public Library, 22 Linden Blvd, Brooklyn, NY 11226, USA
Nov 14, 2024, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Brooklyn Public Library, 22 Linden Blvd, Brooklyn, NY 11226, USA
All services available in Haitian Kreyol
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The 10th Annual Mother Wit Conference
Sat, Oct 19
SUNY Downstate
Oct 19, 2024, 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
SUNY Downstate, 395 Lenox Rd., Brooklyn, NY 11203
Oct 19, 2024, 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
SUNY Downstate, 395 Lenox Rd., Brooklyn, NY 11203
Join us to celebrate the transformative power of Black women in social justice. Explore their vital contributions to milestones that have shaped the lives of Black and Brown communities. Together, let’s honor their legacy and empower future generations for justice.
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