Newborn Screening Data Reveals Vital Clues to Understanding SIDS in New Study
November 14, 2024
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is the most cited cause of infant mortality in the world, with the United States reporting over 1,300 deaths annually from the disorder. Even with advanced diagnostic tools, no clear medical explanation or cause has been found. Despite its prevalence, SIDS has... New Law Aims to Reduce Maternal Health Disparities for Black Women
November 05, 2024
A new amendment to the California Dignity in Pregnancy and Childbirth Act creates accountability and enforcement of implicit bias training. What to know Before you Join: Reflections from California Preterm Birth Initiative Community Advisory Board Members
September 11, 2024
Have you been asked to join a Community Advisory Board (CAB)? If so, you might be wondering what you should take into consideration before joining. The latest video from the “Reflections from the Community Advisory Board” series offers expert insight from past CAB members. PTBi's New Associate Director, Selina Lao Mason
July 31, 2024
The UCSF California Preterm Birth Initiative is thrilled to announce that we have appointed a new Associate Director, Selina Lao Mason. Selina, who has been at PTBi since 2017, brings an experienced and energetic perspective to our leadership, with a focus on translating research to meaningful... PTBi's New Executive Director, Areca Smit
June 28, 2024
The UCSF California Preterm Birth Initiative is thrilled to announce the appointment of Areca Smit as our new Executive Director. Areca, who has been serving on our Executive Leadership Team and as our Director of Communications, will bring steady and inventive leadership as we broaden our horizons... Hackers for Birth Justice: Recap of Our Third Hackathon
June 28, 2024
In early June, the UCSF California Preterm Birth Initiative (PTBi), Twilio, and Techtonica co-hosted the third annual Hackers for Birth Justice event — a hackathon where technology and birth equity meet to improve Black infant and maternal health outcomes. Giving Our Community Advisory Board Their Flowers
March 04, 2024
The “Reflections from the Community Advisory Board” video series does not only share kudos for the work that our community advisors have done for the last seven years but also puts on full display the beauty and unique value of partnering authentically with the community. The series debuted at the... Voices for Birth Justice Video Series Debut
January 05, 2024
Since 2017, the heart and soul of the Preterm Birth Initiative has been its Community Advisory Board (CAB). The CAB, comprising mothers with preterm birth experience, birthworkers, and community members, participated in research, reviewed grant proposals, and made funding decisions. The CAB also... Recently Published: Perspectives on PTBi’s Collective Anti-Racism Journey
December 27, 2023
Confronting institutionalized anti-Blackness is no small task. American companies and organizations sprung into action in the aftermath of the George Floyd protests, leading to a proliferation of statements and trainings. Now that the immediacy of that awakening has passed, many are left wondering... Happy Holidays from PTBi
December 21, 2023
Dear PTBi friends and family,
As we approach the close of the year, we want to extend our warmest holiday wishes to you and your loved ones. The season is a time for gratitude, and we find ourselves reflecting on our incredible shared journey.