The MolinaCares Accord hosts a discussion on how maternal and infant health disparities create challenges to the health of our communities.

Join us for a free virtual panel discussion with Michigan nonprofit and state government leaders on maternal and infant healthcare disparities, the need for collaborative efforts to mitigate this issue, and suggested steps to produce a multi-faceted approach to achieve equitable healthcare outcomes for all mothers and infants.

Discussion Topics Include:

• What are the next steps in improving the healthcare and well-being of all pregnant women?

• What additional steps are needed to mitigate maternal and infant health disparities among Michigan's minority populations?

• What more can we do to give Michigan babies the best possible start in life?

• What can we do as a state to connect young children to a primary care physician to receive the needed immunizations, lead tests, and wellness checks?

• How do chronic health conditions affect mothers' ability to care for their children?

• How can community partnerships help ensure mothers and children access quality health care close to home?

Speakers Include:

• Host - Terrisca Des Jardins: Plan President, Molina Healthcare of Michigan

• Keynote - Renée Branch Canady: PhD, MPAMPHI, Chief Executive Officer, MPHI

• Meghan Groen: Medicaid Director, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services

• Amy Zaagman: Executive Director, Michigan Council for Maternal and Child Health

• Vernice Anthony: Lead Consultant, Southeast Michigan Perinatal Quality Improvement Coalition

Panel Discussion Moderator:

• Zoe Clark: Political Director, Michigan Radio (NPR)