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'Obstetric deserts' threaten lives of pregnant people, amplifying maternal mortality in rural Indiana

December 02, 2021
London Gibson and Emily Hopkins, Indianapolis Star 'Obstetric deserts' threaten lives of pregnant people, amplifying maternal mortality in rural Indiana

One-third of Indiana counties have no obstetric ward. Those who live in these "deserts" are at higher risk of death or injury related to pregnancy.

     

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December 02, 2021 at 12:03AM
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