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Maternal Health
Maternal health refers to the health of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. It is a key indicator of public health and gender equality.
Key Topics
- Prenatal care: Nutrition, screening, and monitoring
- Childbirth: Safe delivery, skilled birth attendants
- Postnatal care: Recovery, breastfeeding, mental health
- Maternal mortality: Causes include hemorrhage, infection, high blood pressure, and unsafe abortion
Global Disparities
Most maternal deaths occur in low-income countries due to lack of access to healthcare, education, and resources. Improving maternal health is a global priority (see Sustainable Development Goals).