DEI/Health Equity
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Date of Presentation
5-2-2024 12:00 AM
College
Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine
Poster Abstract
Maternal mortality remains a significant issue in New Jersey, particularly in the Southern counties where rates are alarmingly high. This study investigates barriers faced by mothers in these areas, utilizing data from state health departments, as well as the CDC. Findings reveal clear disparities in healthcare access and resources, exacerbated by high poverty and rural settings. Proposed interventions include educational posters and community workshops to empower expecting mothers and families. However, challenges such as low attendance and limited effectiveness of interventions underscore the need for comprehensive, sustainable solutions to tackle maternal mortality in Southern New Jersey.
Keywords
Maternal health, Maternal mortality, Pregnancy, Pregnancy Complications, Access to Health Services, Social Determinants of Health, Prenatal care, Southern New Jersey, Health disparities, New Jersey, Health Inequities
Disciplines
Community Health and Preventive Medicine | Female Urogenital Diseases and Pregnancy Complications | Maternal and Child Health | Medicine and Health Sciences | Obstetrics and Gynecology | Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms | Public Health | Public Health Education and Promotion | Women's Health
Document Type
Poster
DOI
10.31986/issn.2689-0690_rdw.stratford_research_day.203_2024
YouTube Video Link
Included in
Community Health and Preventive Medicine Commons, Female Urogenital Diseases and Pregnancy Complications Commons, Maternal and Child Health Commons, Obstetrics and Gynecology Commons, Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Commons, Public Health Education and Promotion Commons, Women's Health Commons
Barriers in Health Care Leading to High Maternal Mortality Rates in Southern New Jersey
Maternal mortality remains a significant issue in New Jersey, particularly in the Southern counties where rates are alarmingly high. This study investigates barriers faced by mothers in these areas, utilizing data from state health departments, as well as the CDC. Findings reveal clear disparities in healthcare access and resources, exacerbated by high poverty and rural settings. Proposed interventions include educational posters and community workshops to empower expecting mothers and families. However, challenges such as low attendance and limited effectiveness of interventions underscore the need for comprehensive, sustainable solutions to tackle maternal mortality in Southern New Jersey.