Racial and ethnic inequalities are emerging as a primary contributor to harmful maternal care. This guidance examines obstacles to safe care for mothers of color and shares recommendations to reduce disparities such as team-based care and implicit bias training.

Telehealth benefits, barriers, and challenges have become more apparent due to its increased use due to COVID-19 physical distancing and quarantine measures. This report summarizes actions to enhance the safety of telehealth. These actions include proactive determination of metrics and a process for tracking activities, use of protocols for telehealth visits, staff training, and orientation to effective care standards and protocols.