Cardinal Conversation: Disappearing maternity care in Virginia

RADIO IQ | By Fred Echols

Published August 19, 2024 at 4:00 AM EDT

Fewer Virginia hospitals, especially in rural areas, are providing maternity care than was the case a decade ago. As a result, many expectant mothers have to travel longer distances for services, if they get them at all.

Emily Schabacher covers the issue for Cardinal News and she spoke with Fred Echols.

Cardinal News is a non-profit, independent, online news organization covering Southwest and Southside Virginia.