Access to Maternity Care: Challenges and Solutions for Improving Equity Across U.S. Communities

Date
11/2024
Journal
Current Opinion in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Description

This review summarizes the most up-to-date research on maternity care access and health outcomes associated with obstetric unit closures and traveling long distance to receive care. It also offers potential strategies to combat declining access and improve health outcomes.

Center
University of Minnesota Rural Health Research Center
Authors
Katy Backes Kozhimannil, Julia Interrante, Alecia McGregor