Preliminary CDC data shows an increase in the U.S. maternal mortality rate for 2024, with 688 pregnancy-related deaths reported, marking a slight rise from the previous year. While maternal mortality improved after a significant surge during the COVID-19 pandemic, the upward trend raises concerns as systemic issues persist, especially for Black women. Experts warn that political and economic challenges, including abortion restrictions and hospital closures, could worsen this crisis in maternal healthcare, jeopardizing progress made in recent years and increasing disparities in maternal health outcomes.
Preliminary data from the CDC indicated that the U.S. maternal mortality rate rose in 2024, reversing previous decreases, with 688 pregnancy-related deaths recorded.
The increase in maternal mortality rates, particularly among Black women at 49 per 100,000, highlights significant disparities in healthcare access and quality.
Political and economic factors since 2022, like abortion restrictions and hospital closures, complicate the fight against rising maternal mortality rates.
While the increase in maternal mortality in 2024 is modest, experts warn that escalating trends, driven by systemic issues, could worsen maternal health outcomes.
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