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- The World Health Organization reported that high maternal death rates are a critical issue in Africa, particularly in Nigeria, which is one of the countries most affected and contributes nearly 20 percent of global maternal deaths.
- Major causes of maternal deaths identified in the WHO study include hemorrhage and hypertensive disorders, which account for significant fatalities.
- The WHO emphasizes the need for improved maternal healthcare services, including antenatal and postnatal care, as well as emergency obstetric care to prevent preventable deaths.
- Dr. Pascale Allotey from WHO highlighted that many maternal deaths can be prevented with timely medical interventions and called for a comprehensive approach to maternal health.
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WHO study sheds light on global maternal mortality crisis
Hemorrhage – severe heavy bleeding – and hypertensive disorders like preeclampsia are the leading causes of maternal deaths globally, according to a new study released today by the World Health Organization (WHO).
Maternal deaths in northern Nigeria remain critically high
The World Health Organization (WHO) has raised concerns over the high rate of maternal deaths in Africa, with Nigeria among the most affected countries. According to a newly released study, complications such as hemorrhage, severe bleeding, and hypertensive disorders, including preeclampsia, remain the leading causes of maternal deaths across the continent. The report, published in The Lancet Global Health, revealed that in 2020 alone, an estima…
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