"Maternal mortality is a public health emergency. More than 80 percent of pregnancy-related deaths are considered preventable. Yet, the United States remains the most dangerous place to give birth among high-income nations."
"Black women in the United States are three to four times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than White women. These disparities persist across income and education levels, underscoring that the issue cannot be reduced to individual behavior or socioeconomic status."
"Nearly two-thirds of maternal deaths occur in the postpartum period, yet the United States has historically failed to guarantee comprehensive care during the full year after birth."
Maternal mortality in the United States is a critical public health emergency, with over 80% of pregnancy-related deaths deemed preventable. The U.S. has the highest maternal death rate among high-income nations, with 22 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2022. Black women face three to four times the risk of maternal death compared to White women, highlighting systemic inequities. Many maternal deaths occur postpartum, yet comprehensive care is often lacking, with women losing insurance shortly after delivery, exacerbating the crisis.
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