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Time of India
9 hours ago
- Health
- Time of India
MP's maternal mortality ratio drops to 159 but calls for urgent reflection
Bhopal: The Special Bulletin on Maternal Mortality in India 2020-22 reveals that Madhya Pradesh's MMR has decreased to 159 from 173 (2019-21). Despite this progress, the state continues to have concerning maternal health statistics. At 159, Madhya Pradesh records the highest MMR amongst all states, considerably exceeding the national figure of 88. Report indicates need to address deficiencies in maternal healthcare delivery, including insufficient prenatal care services, institutional birth facilities and emergency obstetric care. The state reports a maternal mortality rate of 14, alongside a 0.47 per cent lifetime risk of maternal death, which ranks highest across Indian states, as per SRS data. These statistics underscore the serious health risks faced by expectant mothers in the region. Jan Swasthya Abhiyan India (JSAI) representative Amulya Nidhi attributes these concerns to fundamental issues including insufficient healthcare infrastructure, uneven distribution of rural health services, and social and economic barriers affecting maternal health. He emphasised the necessity for transparent maternal death audit. Considering the significantly lower MMR in other states, Madhya Pradesh needs immediate strategic interventions to enhance maternal health programmes, boost public awareness, and ensure healthcare accessibility and affordability. According to Nidhi, these measures are essential to enhance survival rates and reduce avoidable maternal fatalities.
Time of India
15 hours ago
- Health
- Time of India
MP's maternal mortality ratio drops to 159 but calls for urgent reflection
Bhopal: The Special Bulletin on Maternal Mortality in India 2020-22 reveals that Madhya Pradesh's MMR has decreased to 159 from 173 (2019-21). Despite this progress, the state continues to have concerning maternal health statistics. At 159, Madhya Pradesh records the highest MMR amongst all states, considerably exceeding the national figure of 88. Report indicates need to address deficiencies in maternal healthcare delivery, including insufficient prenatal care services, institutional birth facilities and emergency obstetric care. The state reports a maternal mortality rate of 14, alongside a 0.47% lifetime risk of maternal death, which ranks highest across Indian states, as per SRS data. These statistics underscore the serious health risks faced by expectant mothers in the region. Jan Swasthya Abhiyan India (JSAI) representative Amulya Nidhi attributes these concerns to fundamental issues including insufficient healthcare infrastructure, uneven distribution of rural health services, and social and economic barriers affecting maternal health. He emphasised the necessity for transparent maternal death audit. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Considering the significantly lower MMR in other states, Madhya Pradesh needs immediate strategic interventions to enhance maternal health programmes, boost public awareness, and ensure healthcare accessibility and affordability. According to Nidhi, these measures are essential to enhance survival rates and reduce avoidable maternal fatalities.
