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Is there a synergy or segregation? Let’s talk about it. Mark your calendar. We are all set to host an impactful conversation on Nigerian maternal and child health interventions over the years. Click the link below to secure a spot in the webinar: https://lnkd.in/dpySPpEg #maternalhealth #childhealth #maternalmortality #publichealth #nonprofitinnigeria

Great news! The Maternal and Child Health Stillborn Prevention Act recently passed the U.S. House, a major milestone towards becoming law. This bipartisan bill, endorsed by organizations like ACOG, AWHONN, March of Dimes, NPWH and more, seeks to include stillbirth and stillbirth prevention to Title V of the Social Security Act to support further evidence-based programs, activities and research to reduce the incidence of stillbirth. Read an overview of the bill from March of Dimes here: https://lnkd.in/gjJqBAu6. You can also learn more below 👇: #maternalhealth #healthcareprofessionals #infanthealth

Have you used AMCHP's Maternal & Child Health Bill Tracker? This regularly updated tool is for professionals and individuals interested in federal legislation advancing #MaternalChildHealth. Explore it at bit.ly/MCH-BillTracker!

Democrats are delivering real solutions for Floridians during this 2024 session. Dr. Sharief Supports Bill #1404 “Health Care Freedom Act”  Sponsored By: Senator Jones Co-Sponsored By: Senator Davis 🔹Health Care Freedom Act; Citing this act as the Health Care Freedom Act"; 🔹Repealing provisions relating to the prohibited use of state funds for travel to another state for purpose of abortion services, the prohibited use of state funds for sex-reassignment prescriptions or procedures, and the right of medical conscience of health care providers and healthcare payors, respectively 🔹Requiring a covered entity to adopt a policy relating to providing notice of its refused services by a specified date; repealing provisions relating to termination of pregnancies, powers of the Agency for Health Care Administration, and the use of telehealth to provide services, respectively, etc #PrioritiesForFlorida #FloridaSenate

Family planning offers benefits such as improved maternal and child health, spacing and timing of pregnancies, better economic stability, empowerment of women, and the ability to make informed choices about family size. It also contributes to overall societal well-being and helps in reducing maternal and infant mortality rates. Increased government resources can facilitate broader access to family planning and empowering women to make informed decisions on family size👨👩👦👦📌📌📌💪💪💪 #familyplanning #womensempowerment #womenshealth #advocacy #femininehealth #maternalhealth

Have your say on Maternal and Child Health Services! All families who have accessed Victorian Maternal and Child Health (MCH) services in the past two years are invited to share their experiences, to help improve services! Your voice is important, so whether you accessed MCH services in person or over the phone, take a moment to share your experience: https://ow.ly/bIcN50TytiG #MCH #VicGovt #CommunityEngagement

HLB's Health Equity Essentials Update Read it here: https://bit.ly/45CEhon This issue covers: 1. Two Years In, CMS’s Health Equity Initiative Continues Making Significant Strides  2. KFF Survey Reveals Notable Disparities in Mental Health Care Along Racial/Ethnic Divides 3. Against the Growing Tide of Closures, One L.A. Hospital Fights to Keep its Maternity Ward Open 4. U.S. News & World Report Releases Inaugural List of Best Regional Hospitals for Equitable Access 5. DHSS’s Office of Minority Health Continues Advocacy Efforts that Healthcare Algorithms and AI Incorporate Equity Goals 6. SCOTUS Rebukes Challenge to Mifepristone’s Legality as a Safe Abortion Drug Brought to you by: Alicia Macklin, Sandi Krul, Monica Massaro, and Kerry Sakimoto #healthequity #healthlaw

Bridging the Gap: Addressing Systemic Racism in Healthcare Jade Kearney founded SheMatters.health to help women of color survive childbirth. Discover how systemic racism affects healthcare outcomes and learn how to bridge the communication gap between healthcare practitioners and black mothers for better results. #SystemicRacism #HealthcareDisparities #BridgingTheGap #BlackMothers #HealthcareCommunication #BetterOutcomes #RacialEquality #HealthcareIndustry #RacismInHealthcare #BridgingTheDivide

Hear from experts on the front line about state policy's impact on disparities in maternal & child health. Our webinar recording offers on-demand insights from doulas and their advocates, trainers, and public payors. https://lnkd.in/dsTJg3WA #BlackMaternalHealthWeek #BMHW24

📞 National Call Your Doctor Day 📅 Observed on the second Tuesday of June, June 11 this year, National Call Your Doctor Day is a crucial reminder for women to schedule their yearly Well-Woman Exam. This exam is vital for reviewing reproductive health and ensuring overall well-being. Many women delay routine care, placing work, family, and other obligations before their health. National Call Your Doctor Day aims to change that by highlighting the importance of making that one phone call that could save lives. Prioritize your health today and schedule your Well-Woman Exam. It's a small step that makes a big difference. 💕 #NationalCallYourDoctorDay #CallYourDoctorDay #WomensHealth #WellWomanExam #PreventiveCare #HealthAwareness