About MDRC
As a technical analyst, Xia works on data cleaning, processing, analysis, and management for the implementation analyses of the Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program Evaluation (MIHOPE) and a companion study, MIHOPE-Strong Start. Her previous experience includes reproductive health research and advocacy. Xia has a master’s degree in public health from Boston University, with concentrations in epidemiology and international health.
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MDRC Publications
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Other Publications
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Virginia Knox, Charles Michalopoulos, Sharon Rowser, JoAnn Hsueh, Helen Lee, Desiree Principe Alderson, Dina A. R. Israel, Erika Lundquist, Kristin Porter, Electra Small, Rebecca Behrmann, Anne Warren, Samantha Xia, Kelly Saunders, Ilana Blum, Jessica Kopsic, Noemi Altman, Caroline MageAdverse birth outcomes result in significant emotional and economic costs for families and communities. One promising avenue for helping expectant women is home visiting programs, which work with parents to promote prenatal care and improve infant health.
Virginia Knox, Charles Michalopoulos, Sharon Rowser, JoAnn Hsueh, Helen Lee, Desiree Principe Alderson, Dina A. R. Israel, Erika Lundquist, Kristin Porter, Electra Small, Carolyn Hill, Rebecca Behrmann, Ximena Portilla, Anne Warren, Samantha Xia, Hiwote Getaneh, Kelly Saunders, Ilana BlumHome visiting programs operate around the country to prevent child maltreatment, improve maternal and child health outcomes, and increase school readiness.