A team led by the University of Washington in Seattle has found that maternal deaths across the globe have reduced drastically. This is welcome news for healthcare professionals, who battle hard to prevent maternal and infant deaths.
The current study examined figures for maternal deaths for 181 countries between 1980 and 2008. The researchers report that there were 342,900 maternal deaths worldwide in 2008, down from 526,300 in 1980.
Home Pregnancy Test - Principle - Advantages - Perform - FAQs
A home pregnancy test is a test done to find out if one is pregnant or not in the relative comforts of the home.
A home pregnancy test is a test done to find out if one is pregnant or not in the relative comforts of the home.
"There are still too many mothers dying worldwide, but now we have a greater reason for optimism than has generally been perceived," said lead author Dr Christopher Murray.
Another surprising finding in the study was that there were 12 maternal deaths in every 100,000 live births in the US in 1990 and compared to 17 in 2008. The study is published in the Lancet.
Psychological Changes in Pregnancy - How to Deal - FAQs - Reference
Pregnancy is an experience of growth, change, enrichment and challenge. During the 40 weeks of pregnancy, the expectant mother will go through several physical and emotional changes.
Pregnancy is an experience of growth, change, enrichment and challenge. During the 40 weeks of pregnancy, the expectant mother will go through several physical and emotional changes.
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Pregnancy and Diet/Diet during Pregnancy – Healthy Foods, Foods to Avoid
Pregnant women should pay special attention to their diet. The diet before and during pregnancy should be rich in calories, proteins, vitamins and minerals.
Pregnant women should pay special attention to their diet. The diet before and during pregnancy should be rich in calories, proteins, vitamins and minerals.
Drugs in Pregnancy & Lactation - What is Safe and What is Harmful
During pregnancy & lactation a nutritious diet, suitable exercise, adequate rest and a tranquil mind help both the mother and fetus and drugs hould be avoided.
During pregnancy & lactation a nutritious diet, suitable exercise, adequate rest and a tranquil mind help both the mother and fetus and drugs hould be avoided.
