In response to maternal deaths in the state, the Virginia Department of Health has launched a new website to provide information and resources from state agencies and partners to expecting women.
Rural and underserved communities are impacted by poor maternal health outcomes, according to data from VDH.
More than 80 percent of pregnancy related deaths are preventable. Some of the leading causes of pregnancy-related deaths involve cardiac conditions, mental health challenges and substance abuse.
The maternal health website addresses some of the barriers and provides resources that support quality health care and wrap around supports for women.
“This enhanced website, informed by mothers, doctors, doulas, midwives and others in our community and around the Commonwealth who serve pregnant women, mothers and families, provides important information about the state of maternal health in Virginia,” said Dr. Cynthia Morrow, the regional director for Southwestern health region. “We hope to empower our mothers and families with resources and information to assist them with healthy birth outcomes.”
The new website includes resources for:
- pregnant and postpartum women
- families and partners
- healthcare providers
- community organizations
The project is part of a statewide effort to improve maternal health outcomes.
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