Missouri maternal deaths remain mostly preventable, sixth state report finds

Missouri's latest maternal mortality report highlights a significant problem: from 2019 to 2023, 108 pregnancy-related deaths occurred, with nearly 80% deemed preventable. This alarming statistic underscores the urgent need for better maternal healthcare measures and highlights systemic issues that need addressing. These preventable deaths reveal gaps in healthcare access and quality, emphasizing the importance of improving maternal health services to save lives and reduce future risks.