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Maternal mortality - World Health Organization (WHO) A maternal death occurred almost every 2 minutes in 2023 Between 2000 and 2023, the maternal mortality ratio (MMR, number of maternal deaths per 100 000 live births) dropped by about 40% worldwide Just over 90% of all maternal deaths occurred in low- and lower-middle-income countries in 2023
Maternal health - World Health Organization (WHO) Ending preventable maternal death must remain at the top of the global agenda At the same time, simply surviving pregnancy and childbirth can never be the marker of successful maternal health care It is critical to expand efforts reducing maternal injury and disability to promote health and well-being Every pregnancy and birth is unique
Trends in maternal mortality 2000 to 2023: estimates by WHO, UNICEF . . . The estimates represent the most up to date, internationally-comparable MMEIG estimates of maternal mortality, using refined input data and methods from previous rounds The report presents internationally comparable global, regional and country-level estimates and trends for maternal mortality between 2000 and 2023
Many pregnancy-related complications going undetected and untreated – WHO Haemorrhage – 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) These conditions were responsible for around 80 000 and 50 000 fatalities respectively in 2020 – the last year for which published estimates are available - highlighting that
A future of hope: advancing maternal and newborn care in the Western . . . The maternal mortality ratio has dramatically decreased from 49 deaths per 100 000 live births in 2010 to 35 in 2023 This is a result of dedicated health-care workers, use of evidence-based policies and collaborative efforts between governments and organizations
WHO recommendations on maternal health: guidelines approved by the WHO . . . This document provides a summary of all WHO recommendations on maternal health based on guidelines approved by the WHO Guidelines Review Committee The summary includes promotion, prevention and prevention of maternal complications during pregnancy, childbirth and postnatal periods as well as management of maternal complications Each summary includes the recommendations as well as what is not
Aid cuts threaten fragile progress in ending maternal deaths, UN . . . Released on World Health Day, the UN report, Trends in maternal mortality, shows a 40% global decline in maternal deaths between 2000 and 2023 – largely due to improved access to essential health services Still, the report reveals that the pace of improvement has slowed significantly since 2016, and that an estimated 260 000 women died in
It all starts with her! Six steps to ensure maternal and child well-being Proper nutrition is the foundation of a healthy start Breastfeeding can significantly improve both maternal and child health outcomes, it provides essential nutrients and antibodies to the newborn For mothers, nutritious food and supplements are essential for overall well-being and development
WHO prequalifies first maternal respiratory syncytial virus vaccine “Expanding access to maternal RSV vaccination will help keep infants out of hospitals, save lives and free up limited resources for other health priorities ” In September 2024, the Strategic Advisory Group of Experts on Immunization (SAGE) made global recommendations to introduce passive immunization (maternal vaccination and infant
Maternal and newborn health - World Health Organization (WHO) Maternal health refers to the health of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postnatal period Newborn health refers to the babies' first month of life A healthy start in life has significant repercussions for a person's health and well-being during infancy, childhood, and adulthood