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My Remarks Presented at the Black Maternal Health Proclamation Signing Event
Executive Mansion, Raleigh, NC April 15, 2026 Good morning. My name is Dr. Michele Benoit-Wilson, and I am an OB-GYN. I am grateful to be in this room today, because the issue we are here to talk about demands exactly the kind of urgency and power that this room holds. With my 26 years of experience caring for women and their families, I want to put a human face on that urgency. I am going to briefly introduce you to three women — Christine, Jamila, and Ayanna. Their stori
Michele Benoit-Wilson, MD, FACOG
Apr 155 min read
Science vs. Spin: Who’s Winning the Public’s Trust?
September 29, 2025 In the age of viral misinformation, fear often travels faster than facts. Nowhere is this more dangerous than in...
Michele Benoit-Wilson, MD, FACOG
Sep 29, 20253 min read
Left Behind to Give Birth: How Medicaid Cuts and Hospital Closures Are Creating Maternal Health Deserts Across Our Country
September 8, 2025 In the military, one of the most sacred principles is this: no one gets left behind. On the battlefield, it doesn’t...
Michele Benoit-Wilson, MD, FACOG
Sep 8, 20254 min read
The Lines That Divide Us: Gerrymandering at Work
August 25, 2025 Ever looked at a map of your voting district and thought, “Wait… what is this squiggly mess?” You’re not alone. Words...
Michele Benoit-Wilson, MD, FACOG
Aug 25, 20255 min read
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