American College of Nurse-Midwives’ Post

There's no denying that the United States is currently facing an OB crisis. Shockingly, the U.S. has the highest mortality rate of high-income countries in the world. It's time to take action; join leading experts in this discussion. Let's lean in and share novel solutions to improve maternal health.

🤰🏾Maternal health matters! Help us take action to address maternal health disparities across Pennsylvania. https://lnkd.in/eTxuf-23 Complete the survey before 11/4! 🩺Your input is vital to developing an equitable & actionable strategic plan for maternal health!

When we come together, we can advance maternal health. It starts with taking a big picture view and understanding the factors that lead to better outcomes. Dr. Tiffany (Davis) Inglis, MD sheds light on one significant aspect — how we should view the postpartum experience. https://lnkd.in/g4T2Zybx #HealthEquity #MaternalHealth

Earlier this month, the US Government Accountability Office published their most recent review and recommendations report for maternal health. One of their observations is that maternal health disparities continue to exist despite efforts to remediate. https://lnkd.in/eet4Fr4j Yesterday, National Perinatal Information Center highlighted that 13% of maternal deaths occur on the day of delivery. While many maternal deaths occur between 42 and 365 days after delivery, opportunities to improve inpatient maternal outcomes continue. What is your organization doing to identify disparities in maternal outcomes? Does your data disaggregation provide context into birth #equity? And what actions do you take based on those findings?

Did you know that patient-generated data holds the key to revolutionizing maternal health? 🤰🏾 By gathering information directly from mothers, we can gain a deeper understanding of their unique experiences and challenges. This data can help us: Identify trends and risk factors early on Personalize care and support Improve maternal health outcomes #MaternalHealth #PatientGeneratedData #HealthTech #WomensHealth

🔬 Important research in maternal health! Endeavor Health is launching a new study focusing on reducing C-section rates and improving Black maternal health outcomes led by our very own Dr. Borders. Learn more about the impactful work. #OurEndeavor

Hey healthcare providers! We're looking to get your insights on a few maternal health topics. All providers in the maternal health space are invited to take this short survey, which shouldn't take more than 5 minutes. https://lnkd.in/eYYS7Wbi

While stillbirth rates have decreased from 5.08M in 1990 to 3.04M in 2021, it remains a significant global health issue—especially in countries with low development status, finds new #GBD2021 study. The decline highlights the inequities in maternal health care and underscores the need for health systems to reduce stillbirths further worldwide. http://ms.spr.ly/6045Wvqj3

Last chance to register for virtual access to the Purchaser Business Group on Health (PBGH) 2024 Maternal Health & Birth Equity Summit on September 18! This event brings together diverse voices to tackle the maternal health crisis in the U.S. Explore real-world strategies to improve birth outcomes, address disparities and reduce maternal mortality. Learn how to leverage health policy, engage purchasers and drive systemic change. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eP-AhmEb #MaternalHealth #BirthEquity #HealthPolicy

While stillbirth rates have decreased from 5.08M in 1990 to 3.04M in 2021, it remains a significant global health issue—especially in countries with low development status, finds new #GBD2021 study. The decline highlights the inequities in maternal health care and underscores the need for data systems to further reduce stillbirths worldwide. http://ms.spr.ly/6044WnxQj