Re-creating Access to Maternal Health in Non-urban America

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Can Rural Hospitals Survive the Storm of Obstetric Care Closures?Our latest episode features Dr. Julia Interante, who has collaborated extensively with Dr. Katy Backes Kozhimannil, Distinguished McKnight University Professor and Co-Director of the University of Minnesota Rural Health Research Center.With Dr. Julia Interante from the University of Minnesota, we uncover the alarming disparities in maternity care access between rural and urban hospitals. Dr. Interante sheds light on the sharp decline in obstetric services from 2010 to 2022and the significant financial challenges rural hospitals face due to low birth volumes. This episode provides valuable insights into the ripple effects of these closures on maternal and infant health, emphasizing the urgent need for policy-driven interventions to bridge the gap.Join us as we explore the complex landscape of rural maternity care, particularly within BIPOC communities, and discuss actionable policy measures to reverse these concerning trends. Discover innovative solutions such as telemedicine, remote monitoring, and learn how mission-driven recruitment and preconception care can sustain essential services.We also discuss the importance of balancing patient demographics and offering diverse birthing options to attract and retain rural mothers. Don't miss this comprehensive discussion on improving maternal health outcomes in America’s heartland, as Dr. Interante shares strategies poised to transform rural healthcare by 2025.#MaternalHealth #WomensHealth #MaternityCare #HealthyMoms #MaternalWellness #PregnancyCare #BirthEquity #HealthcareAccess #HealthForAll #BridgingHealthGaps #HealthEquity #AccessToCare #ImprovingHealthcare #NonUrbanHealth #CommunityHealth #HealthcareForAll #HealthInEveryCommunity #SmallTownHealth #LocalHealthMatters #HealthcareEverywhere #MaternalHealthPolicy #HealthAdvocacy #HealthcareReform #SupportMoms #HealthPolicyMatters #HealthcareInnovation #CollaborativeCare #PublicHealthSolutions #HealthcareInnovationSupport the show

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