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Maternal mortality tragically signifies the death of a woman during pregnancy or within 42 days of childbirth. These deaths often stem from preventable complications such as postpartum hemorrhage (severe bleeding after delivery), eclampsia (pregnancy-induced high blood pressure), sepsis (life-threatening infection), and obstructed labor.
The leading causes are often treatable or preventable with access to skilled healthcare professionals and appropriate medical interventions. Maternal mortality serves as a stark indicator of the overall health and well-being of women within a given society. High rates expose systemic deficiencies in healthcare access, quality of care, and broader social determinants of health. Addressing this significant public health challenge requires a multi-pronged approach, combining improvements in healthcare infrastructure, skilled healthcare workforce training, and community-based health promotion programs that emphasize preventive care and education.
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