In collaboration with the City of Mansfield and Methodist Mansfield Medical Center, Texas A&M AgriLife Institute for Advancing Health Through Agriculture is partnering on an innovative community research initiative focused on maternal and child health called, Harvesting Health: Advancing Nutrition & Wellness for Moms & Babies. The study will examine how nutrition during pregnancy may influence health outcomes for mothers and their babies
This collaboration brings together city leadership, academic researchers, and healthcare professionals to address a critical public health priority: reducing maternal and infant morbidity and mortality. By aligning local reunity-centered approach to advancing maternal and child health
“The Harvesting Health project represents what’s possible when a community comes together with a shared purpose,” said Mansfield Mayor Michael Evans. “Through this collaboration, we aim to deepen our understanding of how nutrition during pregnancy may influence the health of mothers, babies, and future generations.”
The study is open to women in their first trimester of pregnancy and will explore how access to healthy foods may influence maternal and infant health outcomes. Participants may receive up to $725 in compensation for their involvement
This initiative marks a unique partnership in which a community, healthcare system, and research institution are working together to collect and analyze data with the goal of improving the overall health of its residents
Community leaders hope the findings will inform local efforts in Mansfield and contribute to broader conversations on maternal and child health across the country. This research study is supported, in part, by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service
Women in their first trimester who are interested in participating can email harvestinghealth@ag.tamu.edu, visit www.harvestinghealthstudy.org or call 972-952-9660 for more information
