Category: Maternal Health

12 organizations receive IDPH grants totaling $4.5 million to support birth equity

by Ryan Voyles | Jan 30, 2025 | Maternal Health, Top Stories | 0

The Department of Public Health said Wednesday that 12 organizations will receive $4.5 million in total to address inequities in birth outcomes.

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Duckworth reintroduces plan to update guidelines for handling of breast milk, accessories during travel

by Ryan Voyles | Jan 28, 2025 | Maternal Health, Top Stories | 0

Sen. Tammy Duckworth has refiled legislation she said would support air passengers when they carry breast milk and other maternal health supplies.

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CDPH partners with state on awareness campaign for postpartum Medicaid coverage

by Ryan Voyles | Jan 27, 2025 | Maternal Health, Medicaid/Medicare, Top Stories | 0

The Chicago Department of Public Health has launched an awareness campaign for the state’s expansion of Medicaid coverage through 12 months postpartum.

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Illinois chosen for federal initiative to improve maternal health

by Ryan Voyles | Jan 7, 2025 | Maternal Health, Medicaid/Medicare, Top Stories | 0

Illinois will receive $17 million over the next 10 years to support a new Medicaid model to improve maternal health outcomes.

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Medicaid program covers certified doula, lactation consultant services

by Ryan Voyles | Dec 20, 2024 | Maternal Health, Medicaid/Medicare, Top Stories | 0

Illinois’ Medicaid program now covers certified doula and lactation consultant services for pregnant and postpartum individuals, officials announced Thursday.

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