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An Arkansas House of Representatives committee has advanced a bill to amend maternal health laws. House Bill 1427 would create the “Healthy Moms, Healthy Babies Act” to improve Arkansas’ low maternal health outcomes.
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Gov. Sanders unveiled her much anticipated maternal health care package aimed at improving Arkansas’ low national ranking, Thursday, Feb. 6.
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The same study finds some minority groups, including Black and Native Hawaiian/Island populations were less likely to experience the recommended prenatal care visits compared to white mothers.
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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Institute for Community Health Innovation is preparing to train 80 doulas in 2025. The program is available across the state and, through scholarships, will cover the full cost of training.
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There are fewer than 50 trained doulas in Arkansas, and UAMS wants to double that number. On today's show, we hear about a new program covering the full cost of training for 80 doulas. Also, the Arkansas General Assembly continues at the State Capitol, and lawmakers are establishing their preferences for legislation. Plus, Ozark at Large’s Sophia Nourani speaks with the Ozark Mountain Music Festival's “Artist at Large” John Mailander.
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Currently, Arkansas ranks worst in the country for maternal health and infant mortality. A relatively new organization called Arkansans for Improving Maternal Health, or AIM, seeks to change that.
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services awarded the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences a $2.4 million grant to help combat maternal and infant deaths in Arkansas, specifically in the Delta region.
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On today's show, we learn how more than $2 million in grant funding will combat maternal and infant deaths in the Arkansas Delta. We also investigate work to restore bottomland hardwood forests across the state. Plus, the story behind the Johnny Cash statue at the U.S. Capitol Statuary.
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Arkansas ranks last in maternal health in the U.S. This new report lays out recommendations to address access, quality and data transparency.
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On today's show, we discuss a new report on the status of maternal health in Arkansas. Also, new treatments are being introduced as we recognize Sickle Cell Awareness Month. Plus, the Red Ball is rolling through northwest Arkansas.