The Women's Outpatient Center at Wheaton Franciscan-St. Joseph hospital in Milwaukee provides prenatal care to high-risk pregnant women to improve birth outcomes. Milwaukee has a high infant mortality rate, especially among African Americans. The center addresses barriers to care like lack of insurance, transportation, and education through programs like smoking cessation support and car seat safety classes. These efforts have helped reduce preterm birth rates and improved health for mothers and babies.
Efforts to end teen pregnancy gaining momentumErica Ives
The American Academy of Pediatrics recently called on pediatricians to counsel adolescent patients about emergency contraception and provide advance prescriptions to girls under 17. This is intended to help reduce teen pregnancy rates by making emergency contraception more readily available. However, some religious groups and parents' rights advocates oppose this recommendation, arguing that it undermines parental responsibility and encourages risky sexual behavior among teens. Studies show teen pregnancy rates have declined in recent decades but still remain high compared to other developed nations, costing U.S. taxpayers billions each year.
Population Action International Annual Reportpopact
This document is PAI's 2010 annual report. It summarizes PAI's work in 2010 to promote family planning and reproductive health globally. Some key points:
- PAI advocates for increased funding and policy support for family planning programs worldwide. They work to integrate these programs with maternal health and HIV/AIDS initiatives.
- Stories from the field in countries like Ethiopia show how access to family planning has helped empower women and improved lives. However, many women still lack access to vital reproductive healthcare.
- PAI produces research on challenges to providing supplies and services. They engage policymakers and other stakeholders to address issues like child marriage and lack of funding for maternal health.
- Programs support youth
This document discusses the connections between women's access to reproductive healthcare, including abortion, and their economic security and opportunity. It summarizes findings from the Turnaway Study that show women denied abortions were more likely to be in poverty two years later compared to those receiving abortions. The document argues that policies aimed at reducing poverty cannot ignore access to reproductive healthcare like abortion and contraception. Ensuring this healthcare access and providing economic supports for families are needed to truly advance women's economic opportunities and security.
The document summarizes a qualitative study on women's experiences with abortion. It analyzed responses from 987 women who had contacted crisis pregnancy centers for post-abortion care. Many women expressed no benefits from their abortions. Commonly voiced positives included spiritual growth, involvement in pro-life efforts, and helping other women considering abortion. Common negatives included feelings of loss, existential concerns, declines in quality of life, feelings about terminating a life, regret, shame, guilt, depression, anxiety, and self-destructive behaviors. The study provides insight into developing more sophisticated pre-and post-abortion counseling protocols for women at risk of adverse psychological outcomes.
The document argues that abortion should be illegal under all circumstances. It provides several reasons against abortion, including that it is akin to murder, carries health risks for women, and that an unborn fetus is a human being deserving of life. The document also discusses the responsibilities of parenthood and argues there are social services and adoption as alternatives to abortion. It concludes by calling on the government to make abortions illegal and for people to help women make the "right decision" to save children's lives.
American Research Journal of Humanities & Social Science (ARJHSS) is a double blind peer reviewed, open access journal published by (ARJHSS).
The main objective of ARJHSS is to provide an intellectual platform for the international scholars. ARJHSS aims to promote interdisciplinary studies in Humanities & Social Science and become the leading journal in Humanities & Social Science in the world.
Discusses human life & human dignity, beginning of life issues like abortion and In Vitro Fertilization, as well as end of life issues like euthanasia, physician assisted suicide and
allowing natural death
This document discusses abortion and unintended pregnancy statistics in the United States and Minnesota. It provides statistics showing that over half of pregnancies in many states are unintended, and that unintended pregnancy rates are highest among poor and low-income women. The document outlines abortion statistics, including that in 2008 40% of unintended pregnancies ended in abortion while 60% resulted in birth. The document expresses a pro-life perspective on abortion and argues there should be more restrictions, allowing abortion only in cases of rape, incest, or risk to the mother's life. It provides alternatives to abortion like parenting and adoption.
Efforts to end teen pregnancy gaining momentumErica Ives
The American Academy of Pediatrics recently called on pediatricians to counsel adolescent patients about emergency contraception and provide advance prescriptions to girls under 17. This is intended to help reduce teen pregnancy rates by making emergency contraception more readily available. However, some religious groups and parents' rights advocates oppose this recommendation, arguing that it undermines parental responsibility and encourages risky sexual behavior among teens. Studies show teen pregnancy rates have declined in recent decades but still remain high compared to other developed nations, costing U.S. taxpayers billions each year.
Population Action International Annual Reportpopact
This document is PAI's 2010 annual report. It summarizes PAI's work in 2010 to promote family planning and reproductive health globally. Some key points:
- PAI advocates for increased funding and policy support for family planning programs worldwide. They work to integrate these programs with maternal health and HIV/AIDS initiatives.
- Stories from the field in countries like Ethiopia show how access to family planning has helped empower women and improved lives. However, many women still lack access to vital reproductive healthcare.
- PAI produces research on challenges to providing supplies and services. They engage policymakers and other stakeholders to address issues like child marriage and lack of funding for maternal health.
- Programs support youth
This document discusses the connections between women's access to reproductive healthcare, including abortion, and their economic security and opportunity. It summarizes findings from the Turnaway Study that show women denied abortions were more likely to be in poverty two years later compared to those receiving abortions. The document argues that policies aimed at reducing poverty cannot ignore access to reproductive healthcare like abortion and contraception. Ensuring this healthcare access and providing economic supports for families are needed to truly advance women's economic opportunities and security.
The document summarizes a qualitative study on women's experiences with abortion. It analyzed responses from 987 women who had contacted crisis pregnancy centers for post-abortion care. Many women expressed no benefits from their abortions. Commonly voiced positives included spiritual growth, involvement in pro-life efforts, and helping other women considering abortion. Common negatives included feelings of loss, existential concerns, declines in quality of life, feelings about terminating a life, regret, shame, guilt, depression, anxiety, and self-destructive behaviors. The study provides insight into developing more sophisticated pre-and post-abortion counseling protocols for women at risk of adverse psychological outcomes.
The document argues that abortion should be illegal under all circumstances. It provides several reasons against abortion, including that it is akin to murder, carries health risks for women, and that an unborn fetus is a human being deserving of life. The document also discusses the responsibilities of parenthood and argues there are social services and adoption as alternatives to abortion. It concludes by calling on the government to make abortions illegal and for people to help women make the "right decision" to save children's lives.
American Research Journal of Humanities & Social Science (ARJHSS) is a double blind peer reviewed, open access journal published by (ARJHSS).
The main objective of ARJHSS is to provide an intellectual platform for the international scholars. ARJHSS aims to promote interdisciplinary studies in Humanities & Social Science and become the leading journal in Humanities & Social Science in the world.
Discusses human life & human dignity, beginning of life issues like abortion and In Vitro Fertilization, as well as end of life issues like euthanasia, physician assisted suicide and
allowing natural death
This document discusses abortion and unintended pregnancy statistics in the United States and Minnesota. It provides statistics showing that over half of pregnancies in many states are unintended, and that unintended pregnancy rates are highest among poor and low-income women. The document outlines abortion statistics, including that in 2008 40% of unintended pregnancies ended in abortion while 60% resulted in birth. The document expresses a pro-life perspective on abortion and argues there should be more restrictions, allowing abortion only in cases of rape, incest, or risk to the mother's life. It provides alternatives to abortion like parenting and adoption.
- Teenage pregnancy is a growing public health issue, with 16 million adolescent girls becoming mothers each year in low and middle income countries. It can have serious medical risks for both mother and baby.
- Social factors that contribute to teenage pregnancy include lack of parental guidance, lack of sex education and access to contraception, cultural pressures, and early marriage. Ensuring girls receive an education through adolescence reduces risks of early pregnancy and marriage.
- Government programs in Malaysia aim to support teenage mothers by providing schooling, healthcare, job training, and adoption services to help break the cycle of poverty. Educating both youth and parents is key to addressing this complex issue.
This document discusses physical child abuse, including its definition, signs, statistics, and resources available. Physical child abuse is defined as physical injury inflicted on a child by other than accidental means. Signs of physical abuse include bruises, burns, fractures, and cuts. Nearly 700,000 children are abused in the US annually, with over 1,600 dying from abuse or neglect. Symptoms exhibited by abused children include injuries that don't match stories, untreated medical issues, nightmares, anxiety, and reluctance to go home. The document provides local and national resources for reporting abuse and getting help. Teachers can help abused students by maintaining their normal status, respecting privacy, and developing a sense of belonging.
The document discusses how lack of access to contraception and family planning options exacerbates the cycle of poverty for women. Unintended early pregnancies often force women to abandon their education and career goals, limiting their employment opportunities and potential earnings. This perpetuates an intergenerational cycle of poverty, as teenage mothers and their children have lower educational attainment and income levels. The document argues that increasing access to contraception could help more women choose when to start families and pursue education or jobs first, empowering them to break out of poverty.
If pursuing a career in community health nursing, obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree is recommended, as it is required for the U.S. military, Department of Veteran's Affairs, and Public Health Service. Additionally, many hospitals and some states mandate a BSN as the minimum education for all registered nurses. Public health departments employ registered nurses (RNs) who perform various duties depending on the organization, such as well-baby assessments, vaccinations, lead abatement programs, and managing care for patients with communicable diseases like HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, or chronic health issues to allow elderly patients to remain at home.
New Possibilities In Childbirth Education 09 03 08SandyFJones
The document summarizes a presentation by Sandy Jones on new possibilities for childbirth education given to professionals at Northside Hospital. It discusses how enrollment in childbirth classes has declined as barriers like time, cost, and reliance on the internet and epidurals have increased. It profiles different types of mothers and their needs. It suggests redesigning programs to be more flexible, inclusive, and tailored to different groups through shorter courses, online options, and focusing on the whole motherhood experience rather than just childbirth.
Post-abortion syndrome is a condition experienced by some women after having an abortion. While not officially recognized by the APA, it can cause emotional and psychological distress. Women may experience depression, grief, and trauma from terminating a pregnancy. More awareness and support services are needed to help women reconcile their actions and heal from any trauma. Counseling before and after an abortion could help reduce incidents of post-abortion syndrome.
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This document promotes sponsoring a child in need for $22 per month. The sponsorship provides access to education, healthcare, clothing, food and water. Most of the money (81%) goes directly to charitable programs worldwide with only 19% used for administrative and fundraising expenses. Potential sponsors can search for a child, click to select them, and fill out their information to make a difference in a child's life for just $22 per month.
1) Each year in the US, millions of children experience hardship without stable family support due to situations like parental loss, abandonment, homelessness, or abuse and may be placed in foster care or orphanages.
2) In 2011, over 400,000 children were estimated to be in the foster care system in the United States, which does not ensure long-term care and stability as children often move frequently awaiting adoption.
3) Organizations like Adopt US Kids and Providence Place facilitate adoption and help avoid children entering foster care by engaging with birth mothers and arranging adoptions of newborn babies.
Adolescent pregnancy continues to be a grave problem in India not only from the obstetrical point of view but from the social and economical perspectives also. Complications of pregnancy and childbirth are the leading cause of mortality among women between the ages of 15 and 19 in the developing world.
This document summarizes the activities of Birth Matters Virginia in 2013. It discusses birth circles, educational events, and support for care providers held in various Virginia locations. In Charlottesville specifically, it describes the spring and fall education series including films, meetings with doulas and midwives, and a birth expo with over 600 attendees and 40 exhibitors. It also outlines policy changes and education efforts at a local hospital supported by Birth Matters Virginia.
This document discusses a study analyzing the relationships between attitudes toward abortion and variables like income, religion, and education. It provides background on abortion views in the US and reasons why women choose abortion. The study uses data from the General Social Survey to test hypotheses about whether relationships exist between abortion views and income, religion, and education. Descriptive statistics are presented on the variables used in the analyses, including the distribution of respondents by income category, religious preference, highest degree earned, and attitudes on abortion. Chi-square tests will be used to analyze relationships between nominal variables.
This webcast was developed by the Office of
Adolescent Health (OAH) in May 2013 as a technical assistance product for use with OAH grant programs and presents global strategies for adolescent pregnancy prevention.
Teenage pregnancy is defined as girls aged 13-19 becoming pregnant. Half of the world's population is under 25. Each year, 14 million children are born to young women aged 15-19 worldwide. Causes of teenage pregnancy include early marriage, lack of sex education, peer pressure, poverty, and family issues. Impacts include negative psychosocial and medical effects on both the teenage mother and her child, such as higher risks of medical complications, living in poverty, and continuing the cycle of teenage pregnancy. Prevention strategies include sex education, promoting abstinence, use of contraceptives, and prevention programs.
We have carefully considered the risks and benefits of this procedure and have discussed them with our family physician or other healthcare professional prior to seeing Dr. Buenafe.
For more details visit: http://www.circumcisionmanitoba.ca
A case study about Teenage pregnancy which is a widespread problem all over the world. Teen pregnancy and childbearing bring substantial social and economic costs through immediate and long-term impacts on teen parents and their children.
Postpartum depression affects 10-20% of women and can have negative impacts on child development. However, many women are unaware of their symptoms or do not seek treatment. The document recommends implementing a policy requiring states to educate women on postpartum depression risks and screenings free of charge. While mandating screenings nationwide may be difficult, education could increase awareness and support for future screening policies. Congress passing a bill requiring all states to provide education would help track and treat affected women.
The document summarizes the debate on abortion between pro-choice and pro-life perspectives. It discusses key arguments from both sides, such as whether the fetus has a right to life and whether a woman has a right to terminate her pregnancy. It also outlines global scenarios on the legal status and incidence of abortion, as well as perspectives, philosophical considerations, and religious views from those who are pro-life and pro-choice.
Maternal Health Issues Vermont Giving Circle July 2011JodiBreckenridge
Partners in Health addresses maternal mortality through four key areas: 1) training specialized community health workers to provide skilled obstetric care and accompany women to clinics, 2) integrating family planning services into comprehensive healthcare, 3) preventing mother-to-child transmission of HIV through counseling, testing and treatment, and 4) establishing maternal waiting houses and providing services to increase facility-based deliveries. Through these comprehensive programs in Haiti, Rwanda, Malawi and Lesotho, Partners in Health works to increase access to healthcare and virtual eliminate preventable maternal and infant deaths.
The following PowerPoint gives a brief overview of the 2015 UN Goal to Improve Maternal Health. Originally created for TUNIV 200 through University of Washington Tacoma.
- Teenage pregnancy is a growing public health issue, with 16 million adolescent girls becoming mothers each year in low and middle income countries. It can have serious medical risks for both mother and baby.
- Social factors that contribute to teenage pregnancy include lack of parental guidance, lack of sex education and access to contraception, cultural pressures, and early marriage. Ensuring girls receive an education through adolescence reduces risks of early pregnancy and marriage.
- Government programs in Malaysia aim to support teenage mothers by providing schooling, healthcare, job training, and adoption services to help break the cycle of poverty. Educating both youth and parents is key to addressing this complex issue.
This document discusses physical child abuse, including its definition, signs, statistics, and resources available. Physical child abuse is defined as physical injury inflicted on a child by other than accidental means. Signs of physical abuse include bruises, burns, fractures, and cuts. Nearly 700,000 children are abused in the US annually, with over 1,600 dying from abuse or neglect. Symptoms exhibited by abused children include injuries that don't match stories, untreated medical issues, nightmares, anxiety, and reluctance to go home. The document provides local and national resources for reporting abuse and getting help. Teachers can help abused students by maintaining their normal status, respecting privacy, and developing a sense of belonging.
The document discusses how lack of access to contraception and family planning options exacerbates the cycle of poverty for women. Unintended early pregnancies often force women to abandon their education and career goals, limiting their employment opportunities and potential earnings. This perpetuates an intergenerational cycle of poverty, as teenage mothers and their children have lower educational attainment and income levels. The document argues that increasing access to contraception could help more women choose when to start families and pursue education or jobs first, empowering them to break out of poverty.
If pursuing a career in community health nursing, obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree is recommended, as it is required for the U.S. military, Department of Veteran's Affairs, and Public Health Service. Additionally, many hospitals and some states mandate a BSN as the minimum education for all registered nurses. Public health departments employ registered nurses (RNs) who perform various duties depending on the organization, such as well-baby assessments, vaccinations, lead abatement programs, and managing care for patients with communicable diseases like HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, or chronic health issues to allow elderly patients to remain at home.
New Possibilities In Childbirth Education 09 03 08SandyFJones
The document summarizes a presentation by Sandy Jones on new possibilities for childbirth education given to professionals at Northside Hospital. It discusses how enrollment in childbirth classes has declined as barriers like time, cost, and reliance on the internet and epidurals have increased. It profiles different types of mothers and their needs. It suggests redesigning programs to be more flexible, inclusive, and tailored to different groups through shorter courses, online options, and focusing on the whole motherhood experience rather than just childbirth.
Post-abortion syndrome is a condition experienced by some women after having an abortion. While not officially recognized by the APA, it can cause emotional and psychological distress. Women may experience depression, grief, and trauma from terminating a pregnancy. More awareness and support services are needed to help women reconcile their actions and heal from any trauma. Counseling before and after an abortion could help reduce incidents of post-abortion syndrome.
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This document promotes sponsoring a child in need for $22 per month. The sponsorship provides access to education, healthcare, clothing, food and water. Most of the money (81%) goes directly to charitable programs worldwide with only 19% used for administrative and fundraising expenses. Potential sponsors can search for a child, click to select them, and fill out their information to make a difference in a child's life for just $22 per month.
1) Each year in the US, millions of children experience hardship without stable family support due to situations like parental loss, abandonment, homelessness, or abuse and may be placed in foster care or orphanages.
2) In 2011, over 400,000 children were estimated to be in the foster care system in the United States, which does not ensure long-term care and stability as children often move frequently awaiting adoption.
3) Organizations like Adopt US Kids and Providence Place facilitate adoption and help avoid children entering foster care by engaging with birth mothers and arranging adoptions of newborn babies.
Adolescent pregnancy continues to be a grave problem in India not only from the obstetrical point of view but from the social and economical perspectives also. Complications of pregnancy and childbirth are the leading cause of mortality among women between the ages of 15 and 19 in the developing world.
This document summarizes the activities of Birth Matters Virginia in 2013. It discusses birth circles, educational events, and support for care providers held in various Virginia locations. In Charlottesville specifically, it describes the spring and fall education series including films, meetings with doulas and midwives, and a birth expo with over 600 attendees and 40 exhibitors. It also outlines policy changes and education efforts at a local hospital supported by Birth Matters Virginia.
This document discusses a study analyzing the relationships between attitudes toward abortion and variables like income, religion, and education. It provides background on abortion views in the US and reasons why women choose abortion. The study uses data from the General Social Survey to test hypotheses about whether relationships exist between abortion views and income, religion, and education. Descriptive statistics are presented on the variables used in the analyses, including the distribution of respondents by income category, religious preference, highest degree earned, and attitudes on abortion. Chi-square tests will be used to analyze relationships between nominal variables.
This webcast was developed by the Office of
Adolescent Health (OAH) in May 2013 as a technical assistance product for use with OAH grant programs and presents global strategies for adolescent pregnancy prevention.
Teenage pregnancy is defined as girls aged 13-19 becoming pregnant. Half of the world's population is under 25. Each year, 14 million children are born to young women aged 15-19 worldwide. Causes of teenage pregnancy include early marriage, lack of sex education, peer pressure, poverty, and family issues. Impacts include negative psychosocial and medical effects on both the teenage mother and her child, such as higher risks of medical complications, living in poverty, and continuing the cycle of teenage pregnancy. Prevention strategies include sex education, promoting abstinence, use of contraceptives, and prevention programs.
We have carefully considered the risks and benefits of this procedure and have discussed them with our family physician or other healthcare professional prior to seeing Dr. Buenafe.
For more details visit: http://www.circumcisionmanitoba.ca
A case study about Teenage pregnancy which is a widespread problem all over the world. Teen pregnancy and childbearing bring substantial social and economic costs through immediate and long-term impacts on teen parents and their children.
Postpartum depression affects 10-20% of women and can have negative impacts on child development. However, many women are unaware of their symptoms or do not seek treatment. The document recommends implementing a policy requiring states to educate women on postpartum depression risks and screenings free of charge. While mandating screenings nationwide may be difficult, education could increase awareness and support for future screening policies. Congress passing a bill requiring all states to provide education would help track and treat affected women.
The document summarizes the debate on abortion between pro-choice and pro-life perspectives. It discusses key arguments from both sides, such as whether the fetus has a right to life and whether a woman has a right to terminate her pregnancy. It also outlines global scenarios on the legal status and incidence of abortion, as well as perspectives, philosophical considerations, and religious views from those who are pro-life and pro-choice.
Maternal Health Issues Vermont Giving Circle July 2011JodiBreckenridge
Partners in Health addresses maternal mortality through four key areas: 1) training specialized community health workers to provide skilled obstetric care and accompany women to clinics, 2) integrating family planning services into comprehensive healthcare, 3) preventing mother-to-child transmission of HIV through counseling, testing and treatment, and 4) establishing maternal waiting houses and providing services to increase facility-based deliveries. Through these comprehensive programs in Haiti, Rwanda, Malawi and Lesotho, Partners in Health works to increase access to healthcare and virtual eliminate preventable maternal and infant deaths.
The following PowerPoint gives a brief overview of the 2015 UN Goal to Improve Maternal Health. Originally created for TUNIV 200 through University of Washington Tacoma.
Egg donation, for women, is no different. Ethicists and some women’s health advocates worry that lucrative
payments are enticing young women with credit card debts and heavy tuition fees to sell eggs without seriously
evaluating the risks.
Cynthia Lewis proposes a research project to study contraceptive health in Belize. She notes that currently, data only accounts for married women's contraceptive use and does not include unmarried women. Her research aims to conduct surveys of over 1,000 women in Dangriga, Belize to gather a more comprehensive data set on contraceptive use and needs across different demographics. With this data, she hopes to increase awareness of reproductive health needs and access to services like birth control and prenatal care in rural areas of Belize. If funded, the project has the potential to improve contraceptive education and outreach programs in the country.
Many University of Denver students are advocating to protect funding for Planned Parenthood, which provides a range of healthcare services to millions of women annually including cancer screenings, contraception, and STD testing. While the nearby Health and Counseling Centers on campus provide some similar services, Planned Parenthood plays an important role in women's healthcare. Students argue that defunding Planned Parenthood would reduce access to affordable care and potentially lead to more unplanned pregnancies and unsafe abortions. Grassroots campaigns have formed on campus in support of Planned Parenthood.
Every two hours in Kenya, a woman dies during pregnancy or childbirth, devastating her family. A new study in Kenya calculated the economic and social impact of maternal death on families. The study found that when a woman dies, her family faces medical and funeral costs greater than their total yearly household spending. Families also lose the woman's contributions to household work and income generation. The death pushes many families into poverty and debt from which it is difficult to recover.
This document discusses ways to improve maternal health through volunteering, awareness, and use of technology. It notes that over 1 million newborns die on their first day and supporting women during pregnancy is important. It provides examples of volunteering at hospitals to help mothers rest, and organizations where people can aid expecting mothers. Social media and mobile apps are revolutionizing care in developing nations by providing health information to pregnant women and new mothers.
1) The document discusses the importance of maternal health and how it encompasses family planning, preconception, prenatal, and postnatal care in order to reduce maternal morbidity and mortality.
2) It notes that 289,000 women died in 2013 due to pregnancy or childbirth related causes, which are preventable with access to family planning, skilled birth attendance, and emergency obstetric care.
3) Teenage pregnancy is conceptualized as a social problem, and can be caused by factors like family disruptions, lack of sex education, and pressure to have sex without knowledge of contraception options.
This document provides details on a project by the Hollywood Health Loop Clinic in North Memphis to address high rates of infant mortality through prenatal education seminars. The clinic aims to educate minority pregnant women on the importance of prenatal care, as many do not seek care or do so late in their pregnancies. The pilot program saw success, with 96 women attending orientation and beginning care, a 43% increase from 2005. The project seeks to continue and expand the pilot by providing orientation sessions and monthly educational classes to further improve prenatal knowledge and care among high-risk patients in the community. The goal is for the program to become a best practice model for other clinics serving similar at-risk populations.
Breaking The Cycle of Despondency For Vulnerable MothersGlobal_Net
Here we discuss with Katherine Hewitt the plight of vulnerable mothers whose children have been taken into care and who are left alone to cope with a series of complex needs.
ProVIC “Champion Communities”: PMTCT of HIV in the Democratic Republic of CongoAIDSTAROne
More than a decade of conflict has ravaged the health infrastructure and service delivery in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). As a result, prenatal care--including prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT) of HIV--is often difficult to access and fails to meet the needs of expectant mothers. One program, the DRC Integrated HIV/AIDS Project (ProVIC), is using a community-based approach to link mothers, health care providers, and community caregivers with support and quality service. http://aidstarone.com/focus_areas/pmtct/resources/case_study_series/provic_drc
Article written by Population Connection about Marie Lina ExcellentMarie Lina Excellent
1) Marie Lina Excellent is a Fulbright Scholar from Haiti studying public health leadership at UNC Chapel Hill.
2) She organized a screening of the documentary "Vessel" and other advocacy events at UNC after being inspired by her participation in Population Connection's Capitol Hill Days event.
3) Marie Lina has extensive experience in Haiti providing HIV/AIDS prevention and family planning programs, and realized through this work that she could have a greater impact through public health.
The document discusses maternal health and outcomes in Burkina Faso. It finds that the maternal mortality ratio in Burkina Faso is 400 deaths per 100,000 live births, which is higher than the global average but has declined 49% since 1990. Pregnancy-related crises can have long-term health, social, and economic impacts on women and their families due to costs of care, lost productivity, and risk of impoverishment. Investing in access to emergency obstetric care and family planning can help reduce maternal mortality and its adverse effects in Burkina Faso.
The Economic Impact of Adverse Maternal Health Outcomes
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Knowledge Is Key to Healthy Pregnancies
November-December 2011
By: Lori Holly
Knowledge is Key to Healthy Pregnancies
When Kalia Yang discovered she was pregnant with twins, she was uneasy. She had suffered two previous miscarriages
and knew she was going to have to do some things differently if she wanted a better outcome. She knew she was
going to need some help.
A relative referred Yang to the Women's Outpatient Center at Wheaton Franciscan-St. Joseph, which specializes in
providing prenatal care to women in high-risk situations. With its many programs and services aimed at improving
outcomes for women and their babies, the center, located in Milwaukee, has become a leader in the city's fight against
infant mortality.
"Because of my history I was very concerned, and still am," said the 22-year-old Milwaukee mother-to-be.
Milwaukee has one of the worst mortality rates in the nation. Here, babies die during their first year of life at a rate
greater than all but six of the nation's 53 largest cities — 11 out of every 1,000 infants die before their first birthday.
The rates are comparable to that of some Third World countries. The problem is worse among African-Americans,
whose babies die at a rate about 2.5 times that of whites.
Most experts agree that high-quality prenatal care is essential to decreasing preterm births — responsible for 54
percent of the infant mortality cases in Milwaukee. But many women in Milwaukee cannot get prenatal care as early as
they want or even find a qualified health care provider to see them, experts said.
"The safety net that so many of us think is out there simply isn't," said Mary Mazul, a certified nurse midwife with
Wheaton Franciscan-St. Joseph's Women's Outpatient Center. "Insurance, lack of essentials such as a phone or
transportation, literacy, poverty, violence, chronic stress, socioeconomic discrimination, racism and so many others are
barriers that prevent women from being able to create a healthy environment for their unborn baby. It can be
overwhelming when we really look at all the issues."
St. Joseph is located in the ZIP code with the highest infant mortality rate in Milwaukee — 19.5 deaths per 1,000.
About 500 women receive care for their pregnancies at the hospital's Women's Outpatient Center each year. Many of
these women have no other resources available to them, Mazul said.
The Women's Outpatient Center addresses disparities in health care by providing free OB/GYN services to low-income
women and by offering a network of resources that give patients access to social workers, language interpreters,
financial counselors, dieticians and more. And the efforts are paying off, Mazul said. Patients of the Women's
Outpatient Center at St. Joseph had 520 babies during the budget year that ended July 1. The preterm birthrate for
African-American patients was 12 percent, she said. Seven years ago, the rate was 16 percent.
The center's staff strives to understand the barriers that women face in accessing quality health care for their
pregnancies and has developed a variety of programs to address some of those barriers. In addition to the wide range
of obstetric and gynecological services they offer — everything from general wellness checks and screenings to
advanced treatments for a variety of conditions — the Women's Outpatient Center has developed a system of
programs and educational opportunities for women that are proving to be effective in improving outcomes for
expectant mothers and their babies.
For Kalia Yang, the Milwaukee woman expecting twins in November after experiencing two miscarriages, the center has
made all the difference.
"I'm just so happy that the Women's Outpatient Center is here," she said.
Yang has been coached on nutrition and the importance of breastfeeding, and she is enrolled in the center's classes on
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