Shaping Oregon’s Future: Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health Needs Assessment to Drive Priorities and Policy
This research seminar explores the findings of Oregon's Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health Needs Assessment. This assessment identifies critical health needs and disparities across the state, providing a roadmap for prioritizing resources and shaping effective policies. The seminar will delve into key areas such as access to care, mental health, substance use, and social determinants of health, with a focus on translating research into actionable strategies to improve the well-being of Oregon's families and future generations.
Speaker
Marit Bovbjerg, PhD
Associate Professor of Epidemiology
College of Health
Oregon State University
Marit Bovbjerg's research primarily focuses on U.S. maternity care, with a particular emphasis on midwifery, community birth, and doula care for low-risk women. Her work also explores physical activity during pregnancy and the postpartum period, examining its effects on maternal outcomes.