We are excited to announce a community collaboration that aims to enhance maternal healthcare and improve outcomes in underserved areas across the state of Arizona.
Arizona Emergency Medical Systems (AEMS) and the Arizona Perinatal Trust (APT) have partnered with researchers from the University of Connecticut Health (UConn) to launch a groundbreaking Obstetric Life Support (OBLS) Training Initiative and Study with the aim of improving and elevating the capabilities of healthcare providers working in Hospitals/Birth Centers AND Prehospital/EMS.
Maternal healthcare in the United States remains a critical concern, with the country grappling with the highest maternal mortality rate among developed nations. Shockingly, approximately 1200 women lose their lives each year due to preventable pregnancy-related complications. This alarming statistic underscores the urgency of addressing health disparities that disproportionately impact certain communities.
AEMS' role is to identify Prehospital/EMS participants for the trainings, while API will identify the Hospital/Birth Center Participants. Our shared goal is to ensure that healthcare professionals across the state, especially in areas with scarce or limited maternal care facilities, possess the expertise and resources necessary to effectively respond to maternal and childbirth emergencies.
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