07/22/2026
IMPROVING MATERNAL HEALTH OUTCOMES🤱🏥👩⚕️: Abby Bell, a graduate student in AUCON’s MSN program, was recently recognized at the Albert Schweitzer Fellowship Celebration Service in Birmingham, marking the culmination of a year dedicated to service, leadership, and advancing health equity.
Bell, a member of the 2025–2026 class of the Albert Schweitzer Fellowship of Alabama, focused her fellowship project on improving maternal and infant health outcomes through culturally responsive breastfeeding education and support. Her work specifically addresses disparities among Hispanic women in Chambers County, Alabama, aiming to reduce health risks and promote long-term wellness for both mothers and children. Her faculty mentor was Dr. Linda Gibson-Young, and her site mentor was Dr. Amy Pridemore.
Bell, who serves as a clinical coordinator for AUCON, will graduate next month from the college’s Family Nurse Practitioner program. Throughout her time as an Albert Schweitzer Fellow, she combined academic training with community engagement to develop meaningful, evidence-based interventions. Her project reflects a strong commitment to addressing social determinants of health and empowering underserved populations through education and support.
➡️To read more about Bell’s work as an Albert Schweitzer Fellow, click the link in bio or visit https://aub.ie/abbybell.