Bridging the Gap in Care
Maternal & Child Health Access for Conecuh County, AL
The Current Landscape
Conecuh County is facing critical systemic challenges in healthcare access, particularly for mothers and infants. The local healthcare anchor, Evergreen Medical Center, is under severe financial strain with an operating margin of -32.5%. This instability contributes to a stark reality: there are currently 0 Labor & Delivery units serving the county, forcing expectant mothers to travel significant distances for essential care. Tragically, these gaps in maternal and infant infrastructure reflect in a deeply concerning infant mortality rate of 30.3 per 1,000 live births. Urgent, targeted interventions are required to support local providers and safeguard vulnerable families.
Strategic Priorities
Evergreen Medical Center's severe negative margin threatens emergency access for the entire community. Securing immediate financial lifelines is the first step.
With zero active Labor & Delivery units, expectant mothers face perilous travel times during emergencies and routine prenatal visits.
A rate of 30.3 infant deaths per 1,000 live births requires immediate public health intervention focusing on the first year of life.
Sustainable improvement requires a supportive state policy environment that prioritizes maternal and rural health infrastructure.