Google Health’s Post

Last week, @PATH representatives from our Integrated Maternal Child Health and Development, Medical Devices and Health Technologies, and Advocacy and Public Policies teams attended the International Maternal Newborn Health Conference in South Africa. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it was the first time in eight years that global advocates came together – the conference theme – to learn about the progress made and align on the way forward.      Needless to say, the excitement about being together was palpable and celebratory. We were thrilled to be there, and are sharing our top three reflections:      ✅Integrated #PrimaryHealthCare systems are crucial for improving #maternalandnewbornhealth  ✅#COVID-19 has improved #healthequity   ✅Our work will never be complete without mothers’ voices      Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eKx4SrXz 

Maternal healthcare is in crisis. More than one-third of U.S. counties are considered maternity care deserts. The maternal mortality rate for black women is four times higher than for white women. We are joining the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) in recognizing Maternal Health Awareness Day to call attention to these access, safety and equity gaps. Learn more about our collaboration with ACOG to improve maternal healthcare: https://lnkd.in/guEhwBXK #MaternalHealthAwarenessDay

Maternal deserts are a harsh reality in the U.S., impacting the health and safety of expectant mothers nationwide. With the highest maternal death rate among high-income countries, we can't afford to ignore this crisis any longer. As we strive for a safer and healthier future, it's time to address this issue head-on. Learn more about the maternal desert crisis and how we are bridging the gap in this informative article by our guest blogger Dr. Ashanda Saint Jean! #MaternalCareDeserts #MaternalHealthCrisis #MarchofDimes #WomensHealth #OBGYN #LocumTenens #Telehealth https://lnkd.in/eeSY8Bv3

Maternal deserts are a harsh reality in the U.S., impacting the health and safety of expectant mothers nationwide. With the highest maternal death rate among high-income countries, we must strive for a safer and healthier future. Learn more about the maternal desert crisis and how we are bridging the gap in this informative article by our guest blogger Dr. Ashanda Saint Jean! #MaternalCareDeserts #MaternalHealthCrisis #MarchofDimes #WomensHealth #OBGYN #LocumTenens #Telehealth https://lnkd.in/e4jbQ_VQ