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Nurse-Midwives: Solution for Maternity Care Deserts?

Relias

maternal mortality continues to increase despite the availability of world-class healthcare resources. Sparkman, who is Relias Vice President and Partner, Clinical Solutions, Patient Safety and Quality, noted that despite advancements, “The U.S. In the U.S., million U.S. Nearly 40% of U.S. counties without OB care.

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Reducing Maternal Mortality: Will the ‘Birthing-Friendly’ Hospital Designation Help?

Relias

­The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a final rule in August 2022 to improve maternal health outcomes and advance health equity — two of the Biden-Harris Administration’s key priorities. But it’s also important to adopt a holistic view of the maternal healthcare experience. Sadly, U.S.