In a state where 68% of counties have less than six people per square mile, every health care provider is essential. Even though North Dakota has a higher than average ratio of nurses per capita, living in the fourth most rural state can present geographic barriers to access. For example, 1 in 10 women does not receive prenatal care in their first trimester in North Dakota.

By making prenatal vitamins and minerals available to local organizations focused on helping pregnant women overcome barriers to care, we’re helping improve the quality of care and supporting healthy birth outcomes.

• https://www.health.nd.gov/news/early-prenatal-care-improves-outcomes-moms-and-babies
• https://med.und.edu/publications/biennial-report/_files/docs/fifth-biennial-report-interactive.pdf
• https://www.nd.gov/dhs/info/pubs/docs/medicaid/medicaid-access-monitoring-plan-amendments-2019.pdf