December 13, 2024

The West Baltimore RICH 2.0 (Reducing Inequities in Cardiovascular and Mental Health) initiative, led by the University of Maryland School of Nursing, builds on earlier successes to address health disparities in cardiovascular and mental health. Supported by a $5 million Health Equity Resource Communities Grant from the MAryland Department of Health, the program expands its reach into new neighborhoods in West Baltimore and integrates additional aspects of mental health alongside its focus on reducing social isolation. This collaborative effort involves local health care providers, community organizations, and academic partners, emphasizing collective action to improve health outcomes and equity in underserved communities.

For more details, read this story at UMB News.