March of Dimes

HCA Healthcare Strengthens Partnership With March of Dimes to Help Give All Moms and Babies a Healthier Tomorrow

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Wednesday, November 17, 2021

Postpartum Education: Additionally, a goal of the partnership is to improve maternal outcomes through postpartum education.

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  • Postpartum Education: Additionally, a goal of the partnership is to improve maternal outcomes through postpartum education.
  • HCA Healthcare will work with March of Dimes to educate providers and patients via a vignette on postpartum health complications, including high blood pressure, hemorrhage and perinatal depression.
  • HCA Healthcare is committed to reversing these statistics, and were proud to work with them to help every mom and baby get the best possible start.
  • All references to Company, HCA and HCA Healthcare as used throughout this document refer to HCA Healthcare, Inc. and its affiliates.

Digital Healthcare Stakeholders Collaborate on Solutions for Sensor Data Integration

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Wednesday, October 20, 2021

BOSTON, Oct. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Digital Medicine Society (DiMe) today announced its next open-science collaboration focused on the integration of sensor generated data into data platforms to power clinical research and patient care.

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  • BOSTON, Oct. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Digital Medicine Society (DiMe) today announced its next open-science collaboration focused on the integration of sensor generated data into data platforms to power clinical research and patient care.
  • The new initiative will develop resources to improve the effective and efficient use of digital health products in clinical research and patient care, enabling researchers and clinicians to use increasingly ubiquitous sensor data to make better decisions, faster.
  • "In order to expand the use of digital sensor products and fulfill the promise of digital health measurement to redefine healthcare, stakeholders including clinicians, researchers, patients, regulators, and payers must be able to leverage sensor data that is trustworthy, relevant, and accessible," says Ieuan Clay, Chief Scientific Officer at DiMe.
  • Catalyzed by the COVID-19 crisis, the use of digital health measurement has been growing rapidly across clinical research and patient care.

March of Dimes Honors Outstanding Graduate Nurses Dedicated to Mom and Baby Health

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Thursday, July 15, 2021

"At Pampers, caring for the happy, healthy development of all babies is at the core of who we are.

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  • "At Pampers, caring for the happy, healthy development of all babies is at the core of who we are.
  • "We value March of Dimes' research and resources that aid nurses in providing for the healthy recovery for postpartum momsandtheir newborn's overall development."
  • Established in 1998, the March of Dimes Graduate Nursing Scholarships are awarded each year to the highest scoring graduate nursing scholarship applicants.
  • Qualified applicants for the March of Dimes Graduate Nursing Scholarships are registered nurses currently enrolled in a graduate program in maternal-child nursing at the master's or doctoral level.

March Of Dimes Welcomes Eight New Leaders To Its National Board Of Trustees To Fight For The Health Of All Moms & Babies

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021

"During the pandemic we really focused in on what it takes to be an effective health advocacy organization that is fighting on behalf of moms and babies," Stewart explained.

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  • "During the pandemic we really focused in on what it takes to be an effective health advocacy organization that is fighting on behalf of moms and babies," Stewart explained.
  • He has worked with March of Dimes for more than 25 years to help close the health equity gap for moms and babies.
  • March of Dimes announces Sharon Mills Higgins as National Board of Trustees Chair and welcomes eight new members to its Board of Trustees.
  • March of Dimes leads the fight for the health of all moms and babies.

Publix Named March of Dimes Top Partner; Grocer Raises More Than $5.4 Million to Support Moms and Babies

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Thursday, June 24, 2021

March of Dimes is looking forward to seeing this collaboration flourish for many years to come."

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  • March of Dimes is looking forward to seeing this collaboration flourish for many years to come."
  • Their annual in-store campaign, which raises funds one dollar at time at the register, coupled with associate giving, has achieved remarkable results in support of healthy moms and strong babies.
  • "Each year, our customers and associates give so generously to support healthier moms and stronger babies.
  • The dollars donated by Publix's passionate customers and associates directly impact March of Dimes' mission to improve the health of all moms and babies.

Sera Prognostics Completes $100 Million Series E Financing

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Wednesday, April 28, 2021

Sera Prognostics is located in Salt Lake City, Utah.

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  • Sera Prognostics is located in Salt Lake City, Utah.
  • The 2020 March of Dimes Report Card shows that of approximately 3.8 million babies born annually in the United States, more than one in ten is born prematurely.
  • The PreTRM\xc2\xae Test measures and analyzes proteins in the blood that are highly predictive of preterm birth.
  • The PreTRM\xc2\xae Test is ordered by a medical professional.\n'

March of Dimes Announces Second Annual It Starts With Mom Campaign Focused on Maternal Health & Wellness

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Monday, April 26, 2021

"\nIn addition to the resources on the website, the second annual It Starts With Mom Live will take place on May 7 at 2:00 p.m.

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  • "\nIn addition to the resources on the website, the second annual It Starts With Mom Live will take place on May 7 at 2:00 p.m.
  • "\nMarch of Dimes is partnering with Macy\'s , The Honest Company , EMD Serono , Nuk , Clearblue , Medela , PARENTS and PARENTS LATINA for the It Starts With Mom campaign.
  • Health and wellness information related to pre-pregnancy, pregnancy, and post-partum care is available at ItStartsWithMom.org .\nMarch of Dimes leads the fight for the health of all moms and babies.
  • Building on a successful 80-year legacy of impact and innovation, we empower every mom and every family.\nView original content to download multimedia: http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/march-of-dimes-announces-second-...\nSOURCE March of Dimes Inc.\n'

March of Dimes 'Step Up Challenge' Aims to Raise Critical Funds for March for Babies: A Mother of a Movement™

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Thursday, April 8, 2021

To support the effort, March of Dimes launched the March of Dimes Charity Cloudapp where users can set up and track their steps, as well as their fundraising goals.

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  • To support the effort, March of Dimes launched the March of Dimes Charity Cloudapp where users can set up and track their steps, as well as their fundraising goals.
  • "We're grateful to all our supporters who have already stepped up and encourage those who haven't to download the app today and get started.
  • After joining the challenge, look for different ways to engage in our mission and support moms and babies now through June.
  • March of Dimes thanks its national partners, HCA Healthcare and Reckitt, both longtime supporters in our fight for the health of all moms and babies.

The Honest Company Partners with March of Dimes to Help Support Initiatives Supporting Environmental Justice for Moms and Babies

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Wednesday, April 7, 2021

Through this partnership, Honest will donate $250,000 to support the organization, including its new Mom and Baby Action Network.

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  • Through this partnership, Honest will donate $250,000 to support the organization, including its new Mom and Baby Action Network.
  • In the world we live in today, moms are faced with more challenges than ever as they prepare to welcome children into this world, said The Honest Company Founder, Jessica Alba.
  • Through this collaboration, The Honest Company will act as a liaison on consumer education and advocacy opportunities.
  • This is the second year in a row The Honest Company has partnered with March of Dimes in honor of Mothers Day.

Ovia Health Partners with March of Dimes to Provide Dynamic Support for Parents in the NICU

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Wednesday, March 3, 2021

Parents with children in the NICU are under immeasurable stress, often alone and without peer support.

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  • Parents with children in the NICU are under immeasurable stress, often alone and without peer support.
  • Through new resources, coaching, and support in the Ovia Parenting solution, Ovia and March of Dimes are seeking to provide NICU parents with guidance to reduce perinatal mood disorders and improve outcomes.
  • Nearly 9% of newborns spend time in the NICU after birth, and the experience can be traumatic for parents.
  • Having an infant in the NICU is an incredibly challenging experience for parents, said March of Dimes Sr. Director of NICU Family Support, Heather Reimer.