Podcast: Chicago hospital improves maternal and newborn health through strengthened community connections
Saint Anthony Hospital on Chicago’s southwest side is helping to meet its core mission of serving all in need of care with a recently launched maternal health care initiative and intervention program.
In this new Spotlight Feature interview from the AHA’s Institute for Diversity and Health Equity, read how Saint Anthony is using a health equity grant from the AHA and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois to make a difference in its diverse, surrounding communities.
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