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 many women still lack access to lifesaving treatments and effective care during and after pregnancy and birth.

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