Women in a cluster of southern states have higher death rates from breast and cervical cancers due to inadequate preventive care, showcasing widening health disparities beyond reproductive issues.
Policies restricting abortion are driving OB-GYNs away from certain states, exacerbating health divides rather than narrowing them, according to Sara Collins from the Commonwealth Fund.
Certain states like Louisiana, Tennessee, Arkansas, and Nevada exhibit higher death rates from breast and cervical cancer compared to the national average, signifying disparities in women's health services and outcomes.
States with higher breast and cervical cancer death rates often have lower cancer screening rates and inadequate HPV vaccinations, reflecting deficiencies in preventive care according to the analysis.
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