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Insights from the DataConnect Conference

2024 keynote session held in Columbus Regency ballroom with a large crowd.

Ohio Colleges of Medicine Government Resource Center (GRC) Researcher, Bianca Davis, PhD attended the DataConnect Conference in Columbus, Ohio, on July 11-12, where she gained valuable insights that could be useful for the GRC. The conference offered a variety of sessions on advanced data and analytics, and Bianca shared some key takeaways.

Celebrating Lorin Ranbom: A Farewell to 16 Years of Leadership at GRC

The GRC staff celebrating Lorin Ranbom's retirement at the Vue in Columbus.

On July 26, colleagues, friends, and family gathered at the VUE Columbus to celebrate Lorin Ranbom's retirement after a remarkable 16-year tenure leading the Ohio Colleges of Medicine Government Resource Center (GRC).

Ohio Hospital Association Maternal Health Summit Recap

GRC Staff along with Staff from ODCY, OHA, and OSUMC/ODH) at the 2024 Ohio Association Conference

Recap of the 2024 Ohio Hospital Association Maternal Health Summit in which GRC staff presented on three subjects.

GRC Staff present at the AAPOR 79th Annual Conference

Nikki Schnitzler presenting on 'Combining Data from Multiple Survey Cycles to Obtain Estimates in Minority Subpopulations' which showcased a novel approach to enhancing data reliability for underserved groups at the 79th AAPOR Conference in Atlanta, GA.

In May 2024, Ohio Colleges of Medicine Government Resource Center (GRC) staff attended and presented at the 79th Annual American Association for Public Opinion Research (AAPOR) Conference in Atlanta. The AAPOR conference is renowned as the foremost platform for exchanging advancements in public opinion and survey research. This year, the event continued to build on themes of equity, inclusion, and community impact, bringing together professionals from around the globe.

Navigating Maternal Health Challenges

The Economic Case for Investing in Maternal Health report cover. Health practitioner in conversation with a pregnant woman. Authors: Amir Masoud Forati, Maria Rodriguez-Alcala, William Trolinger, Romi Sigsworth, Dave Shideler, and Avery Nims.

A recently unveiled Maternal Health Report by Heartland Forward has shed light on the critical status of maternal health in four Heartland states: Arkansas, Mississippi, Ohio, and Louisiana. This groundbreaking report, titled "The Economic Case for Investing in Maternal Health," provides a thorough analysis of maternal health outcomes in these regions. It not only identifies areas of pressing need but also presents a strategic roadmap to improve maternal health outcomes.