Maternal Child Health in Texas: A Continuing Crisis
This presentation shares data on the current state of maternal mortality and maternity care deserts in Texas including contributing factors and evidence-based solutions. We will also focus on the increasing mental health crisis facing children and adolescents, exacerbated by a shortage of providers and the COVID-19 pandemic. Both short and long-term solutions are explored to improve the health of mothers and children in Texas.
“Leila’s Story” video mentioned during webinar presentation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DK2T6U4G4ow
Speakers:
Robin L. Page, PhD, APRN, CNM, FACM
Associate Professor
Texas A&M University School of Nursing
Alison Pittman, PhD, RN, CPN, CNE, CHSE
Clinical Assistant Professor
Texas A&M University School of Nursing
Moderator:
Courtney Byrd-Williams, PhD
Assistant Professor, Health Promotion & Behavioral Sciences
UTHealth Houston School of Public Health
