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Our Initiatives

MNPQC is working with community partners and leaders to improve outcomes in the following areas. Our initiatives are reviewed and recommended by the Program Advisory Committee based on the needs of Minnesota families, evidence-based research, and the ability to make sustainable change.

MOSTaRE

Mother/Infant Opioid Substance Use Treatment and Recovery Effort

The MOSTaRE initiative has concluded, but we are excited to announce that our new Linking Identification & Navigation for Perinatal Mental Health & Substance Use Care (LINK) Initiative is now open for statewide enrollment to Minnesota hospital teams. The LINK initiative addresses the interconnected challenges faced by pregnant and postpartum individuals dealing with mental health conditions and substance use disorders. By integrating evidence-based approaches, including AIM bundles, LINK aims to improve outcomes for mothers/pregnant people and their families by fostering respectful, equitable, and effective care practices. 

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EHDI: Timely Diagnosis Initiative

Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI)

The EHDI initiative recently concluded, marking a significant step forward in advancing early hearing detection and intervention. We are grateful for the hospital teams who participated, accessing invaluable resources, receiving expert guidance, and engaging in collaborative opportunities with fellow healthcare professionals. Together, we have made strides in ensuring timely diagnosis and intervention for newborns across Minnesota. 

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OB Hypertension Sprint: Success & Ongoing Initiatives

We are excited to announce the successful completion of our first Hypertension Sprint, designed to tackle the multifaceted challenges surrounding Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy (HDP). This sprint focused on promoting the safe and effective use of low-dose aspirin as a preventive measure and enhancing recognition through implementing Blue Bands. Our efforts aimed to address critical gaps in hypertension awareness, postpartum surveillance, and preventive measures to improve outcomes.

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Preterm Birth Prevention

Prematurity is now the leading cause of infant death in Minnesota and is associated with 33.1% of infant deaths from 2016-2020.

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