Item:
Title
Budget Ordinance Amendment No. 25BCC021 Public Health to Recognize $10,000 from the NC DHHS Division of Public Health Women, Infant, and Community Wellness Section and Maternal Health Branch to Purchase Medical Supplies to Manage Hypertension and Diabetes During Pregnancy
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Date of BOCC Meeting: September 9, 2024
Request for Board Action:
Agenda Text
The Board is requested to approve Budget Ordinance Amendment No. 25BCC021 Public Health to Recognize $10,000 from the NC DHHS Division of Public Health Women, Infant, and Community Wellness Section and Maternal Health Branch to Purchase Medical Supplies to Manage Hypertension and Diabetes During Pregnancy
This grant provides one-time funding to the Local Health Department (LHD) to buy medical supplies to support the management of hypertension and diabetes during pregnancy and in the postpartum period. The LHD will distribute these medical supplies to pregnant and postpartum women who are enrolled in maternal health services and are uninsured, for their use outside their scheduled appointments.
The Board of Health has approved this amendment.
Alignment with Strategic Plan: This item aligns with Durham County Strategic Goal: Healthy and Inclusive Community.
Resource Persons: Dr. Rodney Jenkins, DrPH, MHA, Public Health Director
County Manager’s Recommendation: The Board is requested to approve Budget Ordinance Amendment No. 25BCC021 Public Health to Recognize $10,000 from the NC DHHS Division of Public Health Women, Infant, and Community Wellness Section and Maternal Health Branch to Purchase Medical Supplies to Manage Hypertension and Diabetes During Pregnancy
Signature
County Manager: ____________________________