May 26, 2025: Amy Oliver, VP of Marketing at Panda Health, joins Sarah for the news. What does World Health Day 2025's focus on maternal health reveal about global disparities, and how can digital solutions bridge these gaps? The conversation delves into alarming statistics showing the United States has the highest maternal mortality rate among developed nations, with 80% of these deaths being preventable. How are states addressing social determinants of health for pregnant Medicaid beneficiaries, and what role does technology play in connecting clinical care with social services? Sarah and Amy examine the Commonwealth Fund's 2024 State Scorecard, highlighting dramatic geographic disparities in women's health outcomes across America, discussing how health systems can tailor strategies to address regional challenges and implement digital tools that track improvement metrics.

Key Points:

01:49 World Health Day 2025
07:29 Social Determinants 
10:23 Technology and Maternal Health
16:55 Innovation and Women's Health

News Articles:

World Health Day 2025 Spotlights Maternal and Newborn Health
Addressing Social Determinants for Pregnant and Postpartum Medicaid Beneficiaries

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