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What Do We Really Know About the Maternal-Mortality Crisis?
Aug 6, 2024
Saloni Dattani, a researcher at Our World in Data, dives into the alarming rise in maternal mortality rates in the U.S. She reveals that this spike might stem from measurement changes rather than a true increase in deaths. The discussion unpacks how historical data classifications and pandemic influences shaped current statistics. Saloni emphasizes the importance of accurate data interpretation and effective communication to address misconceptions, stressing the need for transparency in public health narratives.
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- The rise in U.S. maternal mortality rates is largely attributed to improved tracking methods rather than an actual increase in deaths.
- Significant racial disparities in maternal mortality persist, particularly for Black women, highlighting the need for health equity and systemic change.
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Increasing Maternal Mortality: A Misleading Narrative
Research indicates that maternal mortality rates in the U.S. have more than doubled between 1999 and 2019. This alarming statistic has led to public fear and confusion regarding the safety of childbirth. However, investigations into the data suggest that this apparent increase is not due to worsening conditions for pregnant women, but rather improved tracking methods of maternal deaths. These statistical changes have contributed to a narrative suggesting a maternal mortality crisis, creating urgency for policy intervention when the reality may not be as bleak.
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