Texas mandates screenings for pregnant women's housing and food needs, reimbursing doulas and workers through Medicaid.

Texas now requires screenings for pregnant women to assess non-medical needs like housing and food security, offering Medicaid reimbursement to doulas and community health workers for these screenings. This move, aimed at providing comprehensive support for pregnant women, marks a significant step toward expanding healthcare coverage and resources for maternal health, with advocates hoping it will lead to more social services.

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