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Despite spending more than any other country on maternity care, the U.S. has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the developed world. There are extreme racial and ethnic disparities in rates of pregnancy-related death — defined as the death of a woman while pregnant or within 1 year of the end of pregnancy from any cause related to or aggravated by the pregnancy. This Black Maternal Health Week, we are highlighting two CEAL programs that are dedicated to promoting maternal health equity, especially in populations disproportionately impacted by high rates of pregnancy-related complications and deaths. Discover how the Maternal Health Community Implementation Program (MH-CIP) and Implementing a Maternal health and PRegnancy Outcomes Vision for Everyone Community Implementation Program (IMPROVE-CIP) are working together with communities towards a future in which the experience of pregnancy and birth can be safer for everyone: https://bit.ly/48y7f8Z #BlackMaternalHealthWeek

In the United States, Black women are 3+ times more likely than White women to die from childbirth or pregnancy-related complications. Learn what The National Institutes of Health is doing to reduce disparities in maternal morbidity and mortality through its Implementing a Maternal health and PRegnancy Outcomes Vision for Everyone (IMPROVE) initiative at https://go.nih.gov/XfQ31OL. #NIH_IMPROVE #BMHW24 #BMHW2024 #BlackMaternalHealthWeek #MaternalHealthNICHD

Did you know that Arkansas has some of the highest rates of maternal mortality in the country? Many women face challenges like limited access to prenatal care and support during pregnancy. 🤰🏽 It's crucial to educate ourselves and raise awareness to improve maternal health outcomes. Knowledge is power, and by spreading awareness, we can advocate for better healthcare policies and support for all mothers. 💪🏾👶🏽 👉🏾 Learn more about the state of maternal healthcare in Arkansas and what policy measures can be taken. https://lnkd.in/g9f5Xuq7.

In Mississippi, complications related to hypertension were one of the leading causes of pregnancy-related deaths between 2013 and 2015. To address this, Mississippi Perinatal Quality Collaborative (MPQC) began implementing the AIM Severe Hypertension in Pregnancy patient safety bundle in October 2019. 37 of the state’s 41 birthing facilities were recruited to participate in implementation of the bundle. Between 2019 and 2022, the percentage of participating birthing facilities that had established unit policies and procedures to respond to hypertensive emergencies increased from 24% to 88%. To learn more about how implementation of this bundle can support improved maternal health outcomes, read the full impact statement now: https://bit.ly/3xWEEx7 #AIMState #MaternalHealth #MaternalHealthMatters #MaternalHealthEquity #HealthcareQuality #AIMForChange #AIMForSaferBirth #ACOG2024 

Did you know that almost 800 women die daily from preventable causes related to pregnancy and childbirth? This staggering number highlights the disparities in access to quality healthcare, particularly in low-income countries. Over the next few days, I'll be sharing a series of posts highlighting the leading causes of maternal mortality and most importantly, ways to prevent them. Stay tuned to learn more about this critical issue and how we can work together to reduce maternal mortality worldwide!" Every woman deserves access to safe and quality healthcare. Let's make a difference and reduce maternal mortality globally! #MaternalHealth #GlobalHealth #HealthcareAccess

Not all new moms know that good oral health is key to healthy pregnancies – and healthy babies. In fact, 60 to 75 percent of pregnant women experience gingivitis, which can lead to complications like preterm birth and low birth weight if left untreated. That's why we've added Oral Health Preventive Services to our Pregnancy Support Pilot. Now in its third year, the pilot has delivered over 2,000 prescriptions to reduce complications, driving meaningful improvements in maternal health outcomes in underserved communities. https://bit.ly/4escvi1 #EachAndEvery

In the linked article below the National Library of Medicine (NLM) shares insights from this integrative review on food insecurity's impact on pregnancy outcomes. The findings underscore the critical need to address food insecurities among pregnant individuals, highlighting the intersection of social determinants of health and maternal well-being. During National Women's Health Week we, as a society, need to continue to advocate for accessible healthcare for women through every stage of life, while also prioritizing initiatives that address food insecurity to ensure healthier pregnancies and postpartum experiences for all. #nationalwomenshealthweek #SDOH #foodinsecurity #womenshealth https://lnkd.in/eQymZhEB

In 2021, the maternal mortality rate in Texas was 28.1 per 100,000 live births. During #BlackMaternalHealthWeek, it’s crucial to shine the light on the alarming fact that Black women are 3x more likely to succumb to pregnancy-related complications compared to their white counterparts. It is imperative that Black women receive adequate health care during pregnancy and postpartum to improve outcomes. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3TRuUvz

Improving maternal health outcomes requires a comprehensive approach that includes high-quality postpartum care. Unfortunately, many women and birthing individuals face significant barriers to accessing the care they need after giving birth, which can lead to preventable complications and poor health outcomes. As healthcare professionals, we must advocate for policies and programs that prioritize postpartum care, such as expanding Medicaid coverage, investing in community-based doula and midwifery programs, and implementing evidence-based practices to address all aspects of postpartum health. #maternalhealth #postpartumcare #HealthEquity

Challenged to expand focus on #maternalhealth beyond maternal and infant survival and postpartum . It is important to address the broader impact of pregnancy and childbirth throughout womens lives and across generations. This lancet series sheds light on just that