HRSA hotline resources available for Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week
The Health Resources and Services Administration announced its toll-free number (1-833-TLC-MAMA) and promotional toolkit are available in advance of Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week, May 5-11. Since its launch on Mother’s Day 2022, the hotline has received more than 54,173 calls and texts from individuals seeking help for themselves (73%) or on behalf of someone else (4%). The hotline is available in English and Spanish and offers interpreters in more than 60 languages.
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