From NEJM Group X: In an effort to reduce racial disparities in prenatal health, a Yale-based transdisciplinary research team, clinicians, and payers developed a program to deliver prenatal care in a group format. Read the full Perspective: https://lnkd.in/etKkZKx6 My take: We can address many maternal and infant disparities by implementing group prenatal care, training and hiring midwives, and giving patients access to doulas. Even better if we can train a diverse maternal health workforce. I’m glad we have even more evidence that group prenatal care works. #maternalhealth
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This is the first in a series of daily posts on the wide-ranging impact of Health Innovation Oxford & Thames Valley and our partners over our first ten years in improving patient outcomes and generating economic growth. We’re starting by looking at how we’ve helped improve safety during pregnancy, providing peace of mind for many women. Quick, accurate blood tests for pre-eclampsia are contributing to safer pregnancies and better outcomes for tens of thousands of women and their unborn babies every year. More precise diagnosis has led to fewer unnecessary hospital admissions and enabled maternity staff to focus on those women who need closer monitoring. Placental growth factor (PlGF) testing has been successfully introduced into standard clinical practice in line with NICE guidance in the vast majority of maternity units in England within four years of the first evaluation in our region, benefitting more than 40,000 pregnancies annually. This is largely due to a rapid adoption project, led by Health Innovation Oxford and Thames Valley which developed a practical implementation pack https://lnkd.in/e97TtzkT. The drive to accelerate spread and adoption of the PlGF test was supported by all HINs who understood the challenges of rolling out new technology and helped the NHS and innovators work together to overcome them. Savings to the NHS are estimated at £4 million per year and the reduction in journeys to and from hospital has led to significant environmental benefits too. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eDpZ6sMt ‘New year, new name … same aim: Building on a decade of health innovation’ #HealthInnovationOx
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This is such a powerful case study in using innovation to deliver the triple bottom line in healthcare - improving patient safety and experience, enabling productivity gains, and reducing the NHS carbon footprint
This is the first in a series of daily posts on the wide-ranging impact of Health Innovation Oxford & Thames Valley and our partners over our first ten years in improving patient outcomes and generating economic growth. We’re starting by looking at how we’ve helped improve safety during pregnancy, providing peace of mind for many women. Quick, accurate blood tests for pre-eclampsia are contributing to safer pregnancies and better outcomes for tens of thousands of women and their unborn babies every year. More precise diagnosis has led to fewer unnecessary hospital admissions and enabled maternity staff to focus on those women who need closer monitoring. Placental growth factor (PlGF) testing has been successfully introduced into standard clinical practice in line with NICE guidance in the vast majority of maternity units in England within four years of the first evaluation in our region, benefitting more than 40,000 pregnancies annually. This is largely due to a rapid adoption project, led by Health Innovation Oxford and Thames Valley which developed a practical implementation pack https://lnkd.in/e97TtzkT. The drive to accelerate spread and adoption of the PlGF test was supported by all HINs who understood the challenges of rolling out new technology and helped the NHS and innovators work together to overcome them. Savings to the NHS are estimated at £4 million per year and the reduction in journeys to and from hospital has led to significant environmental benefits too. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eDpZ6sMt ‘New year, new name … same aim: Building on a decade of health innovation’ #HealthInnovationOx
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31% of pregnantSA women haveanemia, which poses significant risks impacting both maternal and fetal health. Nurses play a crucial role in ensuring the health and well-being of expectant mothers. As frontline caregivers, it's vital for nurses to monitor hemoglobin levels closely, as low iron levels can lead to complications such as preterm birth and low birth weight. By prioritizing regular checkups and education on prenatal nutrition, nurses contribute to healthier pregnancies and better outcomes for both mom and baby. Together, let's empower expectant mothers with the support and resources they need for a healthy journey into motherhood. 🤰 #pregnancyawarenessweek #PregnancyHealth #AnemiaAwareness #HealthTech #HealthForAll #PointOfCare #GlobalHealth #Wellness #PublicHealth #MedicalInnovation #HealthyLiving #GlobalHealth #healthcareSA #healthcare #medicalprofessionals
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Join the #MacCPD office for Women's Health Review 2024. This year, we will focus on 'Obstetric Medicine – Tackling the complexities that arise in our pregnant population.' #WHRCPD and earn up to 7.0 Mainpro+ credits or up to 7.0 MOC Section 1 hours. 📅 Thursday, June 6, 2024 ⏲ 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gVJhTFf2 This #CPD event offers a high-impact, evidence-based learning experience focusing on women's health. Join us in person at Liuna Station in #HamOnt, or a virtual option is available for international participants. Visit the website for the full brochure and details on topics presented by leading Canadian Women's Health Experts. Target Audience Family Physicians, Obstetricians, Gynecologists, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Midwives, Pharmacists, Social Workers, Nurses, Obstetric Medicine, General Internal Medicine, Other Medical Specialties, Residents, Fellows, and Students. Learning Objectives By attending this activity, participants will be able to: 🤰 Strengthen our regional network of maternal medicine care providers and explore opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration. 🤰 Equip all healthcare providers with tools/skills to manage growing complexity of pregnancy and reduce maternal morbidity. 🤰 Understand the unique considerations of pregnancy to effect change in maternal and newborn health. 🤰 Identify key tenants of safe and effective care provision for vulnerable populations at greater risk for poor outcomes both during and after pregnancy. #WomensHealth #Healthcare #CommunityHealth #PregnancyCare #EvidenceBased #HealthAwareness #MedicalEducation #GlobalHealth #StrongerTogether #HealthProfessionals
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Join the #MacCPD office for Women's Health Review 2024. This year, we will focus on 'Obstetric Medicine – Tackling the complexities that arise in our pregnant population.' #WHRCPD and earn up to 7.0 Mainpro+ credits or up to 7.0 MOC Section 1 hours. 📅 Thursday, June 6, 2024 ⏲ 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gWhtXNUP This #CPD event offers a high-impact, evidence-based learning experience focusing on women's health. Join us in person at Liuna Station in #HamOnt, or a virtual option is available for international participants. Visit the website for the full brochure and details on topics presented by leading Canadian Women's Health Experts. Target Audience Family Physicians, Obstetricians, Gynecologists, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Midwives, Pharmacists, Social Workers, Nurses, Obstetric Medicine, General Internal Medicine, Other Medical Specialties, Residents, Fellows, and Students. Learning Objectives By attending this activity, participants will be able to: 🤰 Strengthen our regional network of maternal medicine care providers and explore opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration. 🤰 Equip all healthcare providers with tools/skills to manage growing complexity of pregnancy and reduce maternal morbidity. 🤰 Understand the unique considerations of pregnancy to effect change in maternal and newborn health. 🤰 Identify key tenants of safe and effective care provision for vulnerable populations at greater risk for poor outcomes both during and after pregnancy. #WomensHealth #Healthcare #CommunityHealth #PregnancyCare #EvidenceBased #HealthAwareness #MedicalEducation #GlobalHealth #StrongerTogether #HealthProfessionals
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"Despite spending more per capita on maternal health care than any other nation, the U.S. has disproportionately high rates of adverse pregnancy outcomes as compared to other high-income nations." So says CMS, in the December announcement of the new Transforming Maternal Health (TMaH) Model, which will be the foundation of a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for state Medicaid agencies to be issued this Spring. The Model focuses on access to care, quality improvement, and whole person care delivery. According the CMS information, "TMaH will work with participating states to address gaps in maternal health care through activities like supporting access to midwives and doulas, improving prenatal care for chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension, and reducing complicated procedures like c-sections for low-risk mothers." Read the full details: https://sames.ky/47eysNa
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🚑 𝐄𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐧𝐞𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭! 🚑 🤰🏽👶🏽 In critical ante-, intra-, and post-partum scenarios, 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝/𝐨𝐫 𝐧𝐞𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐬 𝐜𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥, aiming to mitigate preterm birth risks and potential complications for both mother and baby. Studies indicate better outcomes with antenatal transfers, underscoring the importance of 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. Recognising the specific needs of neonatal transports, 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 are deployed to ensure optimal safety and efficiency. Every transfer is meticulously executed in a 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐥𝐲, 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞, and 𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 manner, with a steadfast commitment to preserving the bond between mother and infant. Join us in highlighting the critical topic of “Birth and transfer” this March as part of the European Standards of Care for Newborn Health (#ESCNH). 👉 Find out more at: https://bit.ly/4bWzCjB #ESCNH #ForTheBestStartInLife #NewbornHealth #Birth
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#TeamCHS recently participated in the Fetal Growth Restriction (FGR) Education Workshop, it was a vital step in the Safer Baby Bundle Project. This initiative by @StillbirthCRE, aiming to reduce third-trimester stillbirth by 20% within the ACT, relies on collaboration and knowledge-sharing among our dedicated health care professionals. Midwives and obstetric staff from Canberra Hospital and North Canberra Hospital participated in the workshop, we spoke with Katherine a project officer for the workshop. ‘The Safer Baby Bundle Project is a national initiative addressing the critical gaps in fetal care. Our workshop is an essential part of this endeavour, aiming to standardise practices and improve outcomes for singleton pregnancies affected by FGR.’ ‘The focus on modifiable risk factors such as smoking cessation, sleeping positions during pregnancy, and awareness of decreased fetal movements underscores our commitment to proactive care and prevention.’ ‘While challenges persist, particularly in data accessibility, our dedication remains. Our recent workshop evaluation reflected high levels of relevance and commitment to practice change among clinicians.’ Following the conclusion of the workshop, attendees indicated their confidence had increased in all the areas of FGR management and detection. Stay tuned for more updates on our journey towards safer pregnancies and happier families! For more information visit: https://bit.ly/4dC7iEd #SaferBabyBundle #FetalHealth #HealthcareHeroes #CanberraHealthServices
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An analysis of the US Primary Care Workforce Within this review by HRSA in Nov 23 startling comparison’s are highlighted in Table 7, life expectancy rates in OECD countries. https://lnkd.in/gS-qW_gS Focusing on poor US maternal/infant outcomes, decades of research on safe care provided by midwives is demonstrated at the highest levels of evidence, meta-analysis and systematic review. One only needs to search Cochrane database. “Women or their babies who received midwife continuity of care models compared to those receiving other models of care were less likely to experience a caesarean section or instrumental vaginal delivery, and may be less likely to experience an episiotomy. They were more likely to experience a spontaneous vaginal birth.” https://lnkd.in/gPWsuz34 Combine the workforce shortage with increasing costs of all health care, we can only imagine population health life expectancy data five years from now. The US spends more than any other high income country, yet population health indicators are worse? “On average, other large, wealthy countries spend about half as much per person on health as the U.S.” https://lnkd.in/gv4M7R-g If barriers to full integration of a diverse, inter-professional workforce — practicing to the full scope of their education, training and licensure — within a system of collegial care and seamless transfer were adopted — it is doubtless lives would be saved and life expectancy would increase in our country. #GrowMidwives #WhoIsListening #wecanandmustdobetter
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1moThanks for sharing!