Rural Maternal Health Data Support and Analysis Program
ID: 354419Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Health Resources and Services Administration (HHS-HRSA)

Award Range

$0 - $750K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is offering a funding opportunity under the Rural Maternal Health Data Support and Analysis Program, aimed at enhancing data support for rural maternal health care networks. The program seeks to fund one entity that will assist these networks in improving maternal health care at both community and regional levels by increasing their capacity to collect and analyze maternal health data, while also disseminating findings to raise public awareness. This initiative is crucial for addressing disparities in rural maternal health and empowering healthcare providers with the necessary tools to optimize outcomes. The total funding available is $750,000, with applications due by July 15, 2024. Interested applicants can contact Greta Stuhlsatz at gstuhlsatz@hrsa.gov for further information.

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    Posted
    The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NFO) for the Rural Maternal Health Data Support and Analysis Program (Funding Opportunity Number: HRSA-24-112), with applications due by July 15, 2024. This program, funded by $750,000 over four years, aims to enhance data support to rural maternal health care networks and improve maternal health care across the nation. The key objectives include increasing the capacity of these networks to collect and report maternal health data, analyzing this data to identify successful health care practices, and disseminating findings to increase public awareness. Eligible applicants range from public and private organizations to Native American tribal governments. The funding will support a cooperative agreement that necessitates active collaboration between the recipient and the federal office. The NFO emphasizes the necessity of addressing disparities in rural maternal health by providing targeted technical assistance, maintaining robust data collection, and ensuring effective dissemination of research findings. The intent is to empower rural health care providers with necessary tools and knowledge to optimize maternal health outcomes and mitigate the severe disparities faced by rural populations.
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