The significance of MCW Center in the U54 Network

• MCW is in Milwaukee, WI, the largest city in Southeastern WI, and is home to individuals from many demographic, cultural, and geographic backgrounds.
• The adverse health effects associated with residential segregation, concentrated poverty, and neighborhood conditions result in disparities in maternal health outcomes.​​​
• Severe maternal morbidity affects with 1 in every 100 delivery hospitalizations 

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2021 Community Health Needs Assessment

• Community Health Survey of 8,600 residents  health.​
  
• Stakeholder Interviews and Focus Groups with 103 health experts and community leaders representing 93 organizations.​
  
• Access to safe and affordable housing was identified by community stakeholders as the single most contributing factor – and strongest opportunity – for improving health for vulnerable populations.​
  
• Trust in the health care system was identified as key concern for maternal and infant health in the Milwaukee county.
  

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