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Blue Shield of California has launched a community health-focused program aimed at addressing disparities in maternal and infant health, the insurer announced Wednesday.
The Maternal Child Health Equity Initiative will make services available to expectant mothers in Fresno, Los Angeles and Sacramento through physician referral, Blue Shield said. Through the program, the insurer will collaborate with community health organizations to connect mothers with family-centered services, emergency funds and necessary supplies.
Blue Shield will also team with these organizations to provide training to doulas, who will work with the mothers to ensure they feel heard, supported and informed during pregnancy to help address racial gaps in maternal care outcomes.