Maternal mortality rates climbed during the pandemic, likely due to COVID-19 itself and the pandemic’s impact on delaying care for other conditions.

Source: https://www.philasun.com/health/to-improve-outcomes-for-black-mothers-amerihealth-caritas-suggests-five-crucial-interventions/

“Maternal mortality review committees have identified discrimination as one factor contributing to pregnancy-related deaths,” the report said.

Source: https://www.deseret.com/2023/8/23/23842855/women-mistreated-childbirth-health-care-provider-maternal-mortality-cdc