Canada's maternal mortality rises amid gaps in surveillance and women's health priorities
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Alison Palkhivala
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Maternal mortality appears to be rising in Canada, but the lack of a comprehensive surveillance system makes it impossible to fully understand the scope of the problem. Unlike other developed nations where high maternal mortality is linked to restricted abortion access and economic barriers, Canada faces different systemic issues. Experts argue that improving outcomes requires prioritizing women's health, particularly during reproductive years, and addressing gaps in data collection and healthcare delivery.
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The usual reasons for high maternal mortality in the developed world — lack of access to care resulting from abortion laws and economic restrictions — do not apply in Canada.
Improving maternal mortality in Canada requires the prioritization of women's health, especially during the reproductive years, experts say.
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