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UMMC reintroduces midwifery to combat state’s high infant mortality rates

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2023-11-13 20:45:45

SUMMARY: The University of Mississippi Medical Center is reintroducing midwifery due to Mississippi’s high infant mortality rates. UMMC has hired two licensed nurse-midwives and plans to train more, aiming for at least eight by 2027 to serve the Jackson metro area and nearby counties. Midwifery, endorsed by the WHO for its efficiency and reduced interventions, is underutilized in Mississippi, with only a small number of births attended by midwives. However, midwifery has been shown to reduce low birth weight, preterm births, and improve psychological outcomes and breastfeeding rates. It’s projected that increasing midwife-led births could bring significant cost savings and health benefits.

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MCBB: No. 24 Mississippi State throttled at No. 6 Alabama, 111-73

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www.supertalk.fm – The Associated Press – 2025-02-25 23:21:00

SUMMARY: Chris Youngblood scored a season-high 27 points as No. 6 Alabama defeated No. 24 Mississippi State 111-73, showcasing impressive shooting by hitting 22 of 45 from 3-point range (49%). Mark Sears contributed 21 points and 10 assists, while other key performers included Aden Holloway with 13 points and Mouhamed Dioubate with a double-double (10 points, 11 rebounds). Mississippi State’s Josh Hubbard led with 21 points, but the team struggled defensively, allowing Alabama to capitalize on 3-pointers. Alabama showed improved defense compared to previous games and will next face No. 5 Tennessee; Mississippi State hosts LSU.

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CBSB: No. 24 Ole Miss takes down No. 22 Southern Miss in high-scoring affair, 15-8

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2025-02-25 21:36:00

SUMMARY: In a high-scoring clash on Tuesday, No. 22 Southern Miss faced No. 24 Ole Miss at Swayze Field, with the Rebels emerging victorious, 15-8. The game featured an equal number of hits but Southern Miss struggled on the mound, tying a program record with 11 walks. Ole Miss took an early lead and, despite Southern Miss cutting the deficit multiple times, the Rebels consistently answered back. Key performances included Ole Miss’s Ryan Moerman and Mitchell Sanford hitting home runs, while Southern Miss’s Nick Monistere and Davis Gillespie shined offensively. The teams will meet again at Trustmark Park on March 18.

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Lawmakers launch Mississippi-Israel caucus to boost diplomatic relations with Jewish State

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2025-02-25 15:53:00

SUMMARY: A bipartisan group of Mississippi lawmakers has formed the Mississippi-Israel Legislative Caucus to bolster the state’s support for Israel amid ongoing Middle Eastern conflicts. Co-chaired by Sens. Jeremy England and Juan Barnett, along with Reps. Hank Zuber and Otis Anthony, the caucus aims to strengthen the political, economic, and cultural ties between Mississippi and Israel. Israeli Consul General Anat Sultan-Dadon emphasized the importance of bipartisan support in countering criticism of Israel, particularly after the Hamas-led attack on October 7, 2023. Sultan-Dadon also warned against misleading narratives influencing protests on college campuses and highlighted the need to combat radical ideologies.

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