Alabama Maternal Mortality Review Committee (AL-MMRC)

The AL-MMRC is vital in understanding the multifactorial circumstances that impact maternal deaths. As cases are identified for further review, vital records, including medical charts, death certificates, and autopsy reports, are gathered to create a comprehensive narrative for committee members to review. Experts in a variety of areas vet each case to understand the circumstances surrounding mortality. A standard decisions form systematically captures important factors pertaining to each death. This information is then analyzed collectively as a step towards putting forth strategies to combat this issue.

Additional Resources

• Medical Association of the State of Alabama: The Association is pushing forth efforts to #savealmoms. Read more on what you can do to assist in taking action.
• AMCHP Federal Policy Agenda, 2020: This agenda includes anticipated goals to expand capacity in addressing maternal mortality.
• ERASE-MM: Learn more about the national effort that provides funding to jurisdictions to support MMRCs.
• Review to Action: This helpful resource results from partnerships between AMCHP, the CDC, and the CDC Foundation.
• HEAR HER Campaign: CDC's Division of Reproductive Health launched a campaign to improve communication between providers and patients and increase awareness of warning signs of pregnancy complications. Learn more about the campaign initiatives.

Source: Action Cycle