UK records highest maternal death rates in 20 years

Maternal death rates in the United Kingdom during and in the 42 days following childbirth are the highest they have been in 20 years. The number of women dying has not been as high since 2003-2005. What is happening and why? 

In this article, I outline the rise in maternal death rates, analysing data and reports from numerous sources. I focus on the ethnic and social disparity evident in this issue.

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