Maternal Health Task Force eBulletin announces EngenderHealth grant for Future Generations project in Peru

One of only eight new projects funded by EngenderHealth, a new Future Generations project focuses on pregnancy histories in an area that holds the highest maternal and neontal mortality rates in Latin America along with the highest levels of malnutrition in Peru. Future Generations Peru Country Director, Laura Altobelli..."will field test promising methods of reducing maternal and newborn mortality by organizing groups of pregnant women to share their pregnancy histories and experiences. In a controlled trial involving 500 pregnant women, health workers will guide the discussions, document benefits, develop a training manual and materials for possible nationwide use, hold workshops on the materials, and advocate for policy change."

Click here to view the article in the Maternal Health Task Force eBulletin.