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Dr. Anete Muxlhanga’s Mission: Local, Data-Driven Solutions for Maternal Health in Mozambique

Maternal Health Task Force

Women of reproductive age (1549) are also disproportionately affected by the HIV epidemic, with a high prevalence of 15.4%. The interconnected challenges of maternal health, HIV, and healthcare inequities call for a paradigm shift in global health researchone that prioritizes regions like Mozambique and passes the torch to local actors.

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Honoring the 2025 AMCHP Annual Award Recipients

Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs

As part of this grant, Haita oversees the Rhode Island Maternal Health Taskforce and the development and implementation of the Rhode Island Maternal Health Strategic Plan alongside Taskforce members and other RIDOH teams. Together, KBJS is transforming the future of reproductive health in Kansas.

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The Growing Inequality in Life Expectancy Among Americans

KFF Health News

Americans’ health has long been unequal, but a new study shows that the disparity between the life expectancies of different populations has nearly doubled since 2000. Such programs would need to be free for children whose parents can’t afford them and provide transportation. Learn more about KFF.