Angelica Lyons' pain persisted throughout her pregnancy that started in 2019. She said medical staff constantly second-guessed her pain levels and concerns.
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Why do so many Black women die in pregnancy?
One reason: Doctors don’t take them seriously
Angelica Lyons knew it was dangerous for Black women to give birth in America.