Pregnant women face high risk of mortality in rural Nepal
06 January 2023 |
5:07 pm
In Nepal, at least three mothers die every day while giving birth. The Himalayan nation has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the world. The far west of the country is one of the worst affected regions. For a simple check-up or ultrasound, some women have to walk for hours.
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