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WHO asks for commitments on maternal and newborn health

United Nations | 22 Oct 2021

Every day, approximately 800 women and 6,700 babies lose their lives around the time of childbirth. In addition, nearly 5,400 babies are stillborn daily, with 40% of these deaths occurring in relation to labour and childbirth. 

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