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Diego Abente – Spark Prize 2025 Awardee Spotlight
Over the next few months, we’ll be recognizing each awardee of our new Spark Prize with a feature article.The Spark Prize is a $200,000 award for individuals with outstanding vision, commitment, and promise to improve health and well-being in Missouri. The award is an investment in future impact, giving recipients the freedom to use the…
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Changemaking Now – Spring 2024
Our spring issue of Changemaking Now is here!
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Most Missourians Concerned About the Future Availability of Birth Control
Missouri residents are concerned about the future availability of birth control, according to a new survey of state residents. Approximately six in ten (59%)…
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Hundreds of Thousands of Missourians Are Losing Medicaid Coverage – What Can Be Done?
By Melanie Theriault, Health Policy Coordinator
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New Report Exposes Crushing Burden of Medical Debt on Missourians
A new report commissioned by Missouri Foundation for Health (MFH) reveals the devastating impact medical debt has on Missourians. Based on eight focus groups…
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In the Heart of Health: Community Health Workers as Pillars of Public Wellness
Imagine a profession that not only understands the heartbeat of a community but actively works to improve its health. That’s the essence of a…
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Changemaking Now – Fall 2023
Our fall issue of Changemaking Now is out! In this edition, we give you a glimpse into the heart of MFH. From unveiling a…
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Foundation Unveils Redesigned Website with Enhanced Functionality and Accessibility Features
Missouri Foundation for Health has launched its newly redesigned website, aimed at providing an improved online experience for visitors. The revamped site not only…
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Many Missourians Confused About the Legality of Birth Control
There is considerable confusion about the legality of birth control in Missouri and many are worried about future access, according to a new survey…
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Missouri Mothers Featured in National Documentary
New Documentary on Maternal Health Features Missouri Mothers and Organizations Committed to Bringing Forth Change for Black Birthing People Birthing Justice screenings planned throughout…
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Changemaking Now – Spring 2023
Through Changemaking Now, we highlight stories that exemplify our commitment to achieving health equity in Missouri. Stories in this issue include: Defining what we…
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Listening to Black and Latino Missourians’ Experiences: Still Learning from COVID- 19
This blog was co-authored by Jennifer Trott, MPH, Lead Research Scientist, The George Washington University Milken Institute School of Public Health, Department of Health…
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Learning During Crisis: Access to contraceptive services amid the COVID pandemic
The health care system has experienced unprecedented disruption during the COVID era. In addition to new virus-related challenges, long-standing health equity issues were magnified…