US Maternal Deaths Fall to 2018 Levels

NEWS OVERVIEW:

The United States recorded a significant drop in maternal mortality in 2023, according to new data from the CDC. The national rate fell to its lowest level since 2018 after recent pandemic-era increases.

Some details for the context:

  • The CDC reported 669 maternal deaths in the United States during 2023.
  • The maternal mortality rate declined to 18.6 deaths per 100,000 live births.
  • This marks a clear drop from the rate of about 22.3 deaths per 100,000 births reported in 2022.
  • Maternal mortality remains significantly higher among Black women compared with other racial groups.
  • Health experts say improved care and post-pandemic conditions likely contributed to the decline.

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