UAMS's $2.4 Million Grant for Reducing Maternal and Infant Deaths in Arkansas
UAMS Receives Grant for Health Initiative
A federal grant will provide up to $2.4 million over the next four years to an effort by the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) to reduce the high rates of maternal and infant deaths in Arkansas. This initiative focuses on addressing health disparities faced by communities in the Delta.
Key Objectives of the Grant
- Enhancing healthcare access in rural areas.
- Providing education and resources to expecting mothers.
- Implementing community health programs targeting at-risk populations.
Impact on the Delta Region
This significant funding aims to reduce maternal mortality rates by strengthening local healthcare systems and improving education on maternal health issues in the area.
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