U.S. maternal mortality more than doubled since 1999, most deaths among Black women - study
- The maternal mortality rate in the US doubled between 1999 and 2019, with the highest rates among Native American and Black populations.
- Mental health conditions, excessive bleeding, and cardiovascular issues are the most common causes of maternal mortality in the US.
- Factors contributing to the rise in maternal mortality include late pregnancies, inadequate access to healthcare, and systemic racism faced by different racial and ethnic groups.
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