#maternal-mortality

#maternal-mortality

Healthcare must evolve to dismantle biases and embrace holistic practices for equitable outcomes.

California aims to halve maternal mortality by 2026, addressing systemic inequities and focusing on preventable deaths among marginalized communities.

Trump's expected cuts to women's health funding will drastically impact contraception availability and subsequently increase maternal mortality and cervical cancer rates globally.

Kamala Harris criticized Republicans for hypocrisy on women's health issues amidst abortion bans and systemic neglect.

Trump's funding cuts to women's health could devastate global maternal and reproductive health, leading to increased issues beyond just abortion.

Women in the U.S. face significant disparities in healthcare access and outcomes compared to their counterparts in other countries.

Increased awareness and detection of maternal high blood pressure is crucial to reducing stroke and mortality risks during pregnancy.

High blood pressure in pregnancy is a leading cause of maternal mortality, despite efforts to improve diagnosis and treatment.

The California maternal health initiative is criticized for inadequately addressing systemic racism affecting maternal mortality rates.

Advocates urge a reevaluation of the plan to ensure it effectively tackles the issues of equity in maternal health.

Abortion restrictions in the US are exacerbating the maternal and infant mortality crisis, disproportionately affecting marginalized communities.

Kamala Harris blames Donald Trump for abortion bans following the Roe v. Wade overturn, emphasizing the healthcare impact on women in the U.S.

The Supreme Court is avoiding decisive action on abortion cases, especially leading up to elections, resulting in detrimental effects on women's health.

Indonesia expands abortion access to 14 weeks gestation to address high maternal mortality rate.

Walz highlights abortion access as essential for women's rights and health, countering the state's role in reproductive decisions.

The overturning of Roe v. Wade has led to significant healthcare access issues for pregnant women in states with abortion bans like Idaho.

Restrictive abortion laws in Georgia contributed to the preventable death of Amber Nicole Thurman due to delayed medical treatment.

Georgia's restrictive abortion laws have led to preventable maternal deaths, as seen in the cases of Amber Nicole Thurman and Candi Miller.

The U.S. has the highest rate of maternal deaths among high-income nations, with a significant portion being preventable.

Maternal mortality rate in the US decreased significantly in 2022 from a spike in 2021 but remains high, especially among Black women.

Black mothers in England face disproportionately high rates of investigations, mortality, and complications during childbirth, reflecting systemic healthcare issues.