Riverside County Board of Supervisors recognize Black Infant Health program
RIVERSIDE – Since its inception, Riverside University Health System – Public Health’s Black Infant Health program has promoted the health and well-being of Black families in Riverside County.“The Black Infant Health program empowers pregnant and mothering African American women to lead healthier lifestyles and create positive, healthier connections to their heritage and community,” Chuck Washington, Third District Supervisor, said. “We’re working to ensure that every baby born in Riverside County has a happy, healthy start that will lead to success throughout their life.”BIH empowers expecting and postpartum Black mothers through a group-based approach that assists participants in making behavioral changes that lead to living healthier lifestyles, while also helping