Racial Disparities In Maternal Mortality Continue to Rise: Study
A new study reveals racial disparities in maternal death rates s in states nationwide, with Black and Native American women suffering particularly high mortality rates.
Tag Archives: Death
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Older Adults Are Falling and Dying Twice As Often Than 20 Years Ago: Study
A new study finds that elderly fall deaths have doubled over the last two decades.
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Discharge Transitional Care Failed To Significantly Rates of Hospital Readmission, Death: Study
A new study finds very little benefit to special transitional care programs seeking to prevent hospital readmissions.
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Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Fatalities from Consumer Products Are Rising, CPSC Warns
A CDC report warns that 2019 saw the highest number of carbon monoxide deaths linked to consumer products ever recorded.
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U.S. Maternal Death Rates Increased Significantly in 2021, CDC Reports
The CDC reports there was a significant increase in maternal death rates in the U.S. in 2021, with rates particularly high among expecting Black mothers.
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Senior Portable Bed Rails Recalled Over Entrapment and Suffocation Risks
Another recall targeting portable bed rails has pulled 100,000 units from the market due to entrapment risks.
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Preventable Complications in Pregnancy, Childbirth Cause About 800 Maternal Deaths Daily: WHO Report
A WHO report found that maternal death rates in the U.S. have increased over the last two decades while other wealthy nations saw decreases.
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U.S. Preventative Task Force Calls for Regular Blood Pressure Monitoring for Pregnant Women
A government task force is calling for regular blood pressure monitoring for pregnant women in order to combat maternal deaths from hypertension and preeclampsia.
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Deaths Among Pregnant Women Increased in Recent Years: Study
A new study reveals death rates among pregnant women and new mothers in the U.S. increased significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Head Injuries Linked to Increased Long-Term Risk of Death, Study Finds
A new study details how long-term side effects from head injuries can significantly increase the risk of death.
