It's well known that Arkansas has a high #TeenBirth rate, but this graphic highlights another issue: Many Arkansas moms age 19 and under give birth again less than 18 months after their first delivery, which increases the risk of poor health outcomes. See more in our full infographic: bit.ly/4c76hlN
Arkansas Center for Health Improvement
Public Policy Offices
Little Rock, AR 1,763 followers
ACHI is a nonpartisan, independent, health policy center that serves as a catalyst to improve the health of Arkansans.
About us
The Arkansas Center for Health Improvement (ACHI) operates in the intersection between research and policy. Our mission is to be a catalyst for improving the health of Arkansans through evidence-based research, public issue advocacy, and collaborative program development. Since our inception in 1998, ACHI has become widely recognized as a trusted advisor, providing critical data, analyses, and strategies that drive decisions and shape public policy surrounding the health and productivity of Arkansans. Our work is focused on population health policy and health system transformation initiatives that improve quality, value and access.
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http://achi.net
External link for Arkansas Center for Health Improvement
- Industry
- Public Policy Offices
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Little Rock, AR
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1998
- Specialties
- Development of evidence-based health policy solutions, Population health issue advocacy, Collaborative program development, and Informing health policy dialogue
Locations
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Primary
1401 W. Capitol Avenue
Suite 300
Little Rock, AR 72201, US
Employees at Arkansas Center for Health Improvement
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Brian Rainey
Developer at Arkansas Center for Health Improvement
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Nichole Stanley
Interim Director of Analytics at ACHI
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Johanna Parsons
Administrative Coordinator at Arkansas Center for Health Improvement
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Joshua Lane Cook
Critical listener, strategic thinker & communications professional.
Updates
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In the latest ACHI Weekly Roundup: • A look at #SevereMaternalMorbidity in Arkansas. • Keeping cool in a power outage. • Surgeon general calls #GunViolence a public health crisis. • The #DeltaInnovatorSearch seeks innovative ideas for improving health, economy of #Delta region. • Apply now for our fellowship in health services & policy research.
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Arkansas's #MaternalMortality rate is high, but it's only the tip of the iceberg. Many more moms experience #SevereMaternalMorbidity — unexpected outcomes of labor and delivery with negative health consequences. See more on SMM in Arkansas at: bit.ly/4cvYjn0
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Do you have an idea that could help strengthen the economy of the #Delta region and improve the health of its residents? The #DeltaInnovatorSearch is offering cash prizes and other supports. Learn more at: bit.ly/3VO1hxt
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Heat waves and power outages are a dangerous combination. We have tips on our blog for staying cool when the power goes out. #HeatSafety
How To Keep Cool in a Power Outage - ACHI
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FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITY: We are accepting applications now for the G. Richard Smith, MD, Fellowship in Health Services and Policy Research. Get details and apply here: bit.ly/3M043Za
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How can Arkansas make having a baby here less risky for both mother and child? Earlier this year, #WonksAtWork host Craig Wilson discussed this topic with UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Chair of Obstetrics and Gynecology Nirvana Manning, MD: bit.ly/3WksBUk #MaternalHealth #InfantHealth #BirthingJourney
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Arkansas's high #MaternalMortality rate has received much attention lately, but #SevereMaternalMorbidity — unexpected outcomes of labor and delivery with negative health consequences — is a problem impacting more than 10 times as many moms in the state. See more in our new infographic. #MaternalHealth #BirthingJourney
Severe Maternal Morbidity in Arkansas - ACHI
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The #DeltaInnovatorSearch is seeking entrepreneurs, scientists, healthcare providers, agricultural leaders, and other innovators with ideas that could transform the #Delta's economy and contribute to better health outcomes for Delta residents. More info: bit.ly/3VO1hxt
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Many Arkansans head to lakes, swimming holes, or swimming pools in the summer, but unfortunately Arkansas has the sixth-highest rate of accidental drownings in the nation. Check out these tips for enjoying water activities safely. #WaterSafety
Tips for Enjoying Water Activities Safely - ACHI
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