LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – A recent study has revealed concerning trends in postpartum care for mothers in Arkansas. The findings show that postpartum mothers in the state have lower follow-up visit rates after experiencing behavioral health-related emergencies or hospital stays compared to women aged 18-44. This discrepancy is alarming as follow-up care is crucial for … Read more
Atlanta, Georgia – The annual Black Maternal Health Week, observed from April 11-17, aims to raise awareness and take action to improve the health outcomes of Black mothers. This initiative encourages everyone to contribute towards reducing pregnancy-related deaths and enhancing maternal health. In the United States, a significant number of individuals experience pregnancy-related deaths each … Read more
New Delhi, India – Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje has accused Karnataka’s government of hiding maternal death figures in Bellari district, sparking demands for an inquiry and action against the state’s health minister, Dinesh Gundu Rao. Karandlaje’s allegations come after the reported deaths of several women at the Ballari district hospital and Vijayanagara Institute of Medical … Read more
Louisiana doctors are facing challenges in carrying lifesaving medication for pregnancy emergencies, marking a troubling trend in reproductive healthcare in the United States. From soaring infant mortality rates in Texas to pregnant individuals driving long hours to give birth in Idaho, the landscape of reproductive health is rapidly changing. Restrictions on abortion and access to … Read more
Improving nutrition for mothers and children is a critical priority that can potentially save many lives at a relatively low cost. In 2021, a staggering 4.7 million children under the age of five lost their lives, with 2.4 million of these deaths attributed to child and maternal malnutrition. Shockingly, about half of child deaths were … Read more
Texas Maternal Mortality Soars After Abortion Ban: New Data Reveals Shocking Impact
Austin, Texas – Following the implementation of the abortion ban in Texas in 2021, an alarming increase in maternal mortality rates has been observed in the state. The data reveals a significant surge in the number of women dying while pregnant, during labor, or soon after childbirth, far exceeding the national average rise in maternal … Read more
ATLANTA, Georgia — A recent report from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reveals a significant decrease in maternal deaths in 2022 compared to the previous year, following a troubling rise during the early stages of the Covid-19 pandemic. Despite this improvement, the report highlights that Black women continue to experience higher rates … Read more
Boston, MA – Controversy surrounds the recent discussions on rising maternal mortality rates in the United States. Some experts argue that these numbers are inflated, raising questions about the accuracy of current data. While maternal mortality rates have traditionally been a concern in the US, the debates surrounding their reliability have gained traction over the … Read more
In Washington, D.C., the United States has seen a significant increase in maternal mortality rates, causing widespread concern. Recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows a 40% spike in maternal mortality rates in 2021 compared to the previous year. This surge resulted in 32.9 deaths per 100,000 births, up from … Read more
Vancouver, Canada – Maternal mortality rates have shown a decrease and stability through the identification of maternal deaths by requiring the mention of pregnancy among multiple causes of death, highlights a recent study published in the American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology. Dr. K.S. Joseph and colleagues from the University of British Columbia conducted a … Read more