Pennsylvania leaders to launch campaign regarding mental health of new mothers

PENNSYLVANIA (WPVI) -- Pennsylvania lawmakers are taking steps to improve the mental health of new mothers.

On Wednesday, officials announced a campaign to spread awareness.

Maternal mental health conditions are considered a leading cause of pregnancy-related deaths in Pennsylvania. For women of color, it's even higher.

Now, more support is on the way for new mothers as part of a new initiative -- Act 102.

It directs the state's Department of Health to create a public awareness campaign about the symptoms, side effects, and treatment for perinatal and post-partum depression.

Learn more about the new initiative in the video above.