Counting down 1000 UN success stories to mark 1000 days left to achieve the MDGs 539: Strategies that have shown success include access to contraception to prevent unintended pregnancies (each of which multiplies the risk of maternal death), skilled care before and during childbirth and emergency obstetric interventions when complications arise. Having the needed reproductive health supplies and equipment available is essential as well. And, mobilizing communities and health systems to reduce the three delays (in the decision to seek help, in the time it takes to reach help, and in the waiting time at health facilities) can play a large role in saving women’s lives.
Posted on: Thu, 10 Jul 2014 12:02:02 +0000
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