In the United States, even this is a vast understatement.
Both numbers are several timeshigher than any other high-income countryin the world.
These bills range in focus, but they all seek to better the maternal health landscape.
Improving maternal health requires a multifaceted approach that addresses the underlying factors.
So Im at the place where I just talk about it everywhere I am.
But Im also at the place where Im like, okay, lets organize.
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For many people, these costs keep them from seeking the care they need.
It focuses on supporting community-based organizations with financial grants, she says.
These grants could also address maternal health challenges in novel ways.
This fosters a culture of continuous improvement.
The bill would also provide training to healthcare workers to reduce instances of racism, bias, and discrimination.
The bill would also offer whats known as congruent maternity care.
Currently,parents are only eligiblefor these services for six months (or 12 months if breastfeeding).
TheExtending WIC for New Moms Actwill increase that eligibility for two more years.
It also includes the WIC extensions presented in the Extending WIC for New Moms Act.
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This is a crucial step, given thatpast data collection on this subjecthas been scant.
Now, the Maternal Health for Veterans Act will reauthorize the funding of that bill.
This bill wouldrequire data collection during public health emergenciesthat could pose threats to babies and birthing people.
Justice for Incarcerated Moms Act
Maternal health care isstripped from birthing people who are incarcerated.
It also will require those working in medicine to learn about these risks in training programs and continued education.
And it sends the message that maternal health is a multidimensional issue that deserves a multi-dimensional solution.
Were hoping these issues stay at the forefront of healthcare conversations.
In the coming months, NBEC will have a go at garner bipartisan support for the Momnibus Act.
However, its a long roadbut theres a way for you to help.
Contact your representativesnow that the package has been reintroduced.
Share your stories and perspectives on the issue and how it has impacted your life.
Now is the time to tell yours.
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