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    Area of Science:

    • Public Health
    • Maternal and Child Health
    • Health Disparities

    Background:

    • Infant mortality (IM) remains a significant public health concern, particularly in high-risk populations.
    • Addressing psycho-social-cultural-fiscal needs is crucial for supporting maternal and infant well-being.
    • Existing interventions may not adequately address the multifaceted needs of at-risk pregnant and postpartum women.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the effectiveness of the WeCare program, a personalized health coaching initiative.
    • To reduce risk factors for infant mortality (IM) by supporting maternal and infant health.
    • To assess the impact of community health workers (CHWs) in addressing diverse needs of pregnant and postpartum women.

    Main Methods:

    • A prospective cohort study involving 1,513 women from high-risk ZIP codes for IM in central Indiana over three years.
    • Training and deployment of community health workers (CHWs) to provide patient-centered social care and support.
    • Tracking outcomes in targeted health risk categories: mental health, nutrition, safe sleep, and breastfeeding.

    Main Results:

    • The low birth weight rate among WeCare participants was 8.9%, compared to Marion County's rate of 10% (p=0.23).
    • Statistically significant improvements were observed in multiple risk behaviors targeted by the program.
    • Community health worker (CHW) coaching demonstrated a positive impact on maternal and infant health outcomes.

    Conclusions:

    • Personalized health coaching by CHWs offers an effective and practical strategy for addressing maternal and child health disparities.
    • The WeCare program model shows promise in reducing infant mortality risk factors through comprehensive support.
    • Community-based interventions are vital for improving health outcomes in underserved populations.