Effects of extreme weather expected in countries that already have high maternal and newborn death ratesEl Niño stokes a higher risk of death in childbirth for millions of women in the world’s harshest crisis zones, midwives have warned.Converging waves of weather – floods, cyclones and extreme heat – forecast to peak in the coming months will prove fatal for many, especially pregnant women, who face being cut off from hospital when in labour. Continue reading...
El Niño will increase risk of death in childbirth for millions, say midwives
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The Guardian - UKBy Emily Maclean in Nairobi
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Effects of extreme weather expected in countries that already have high maternal and newborn death rates El Niño stokes a higher risk of death in childbirth for millions of women in the world’s harshest crisis zones, midwives have warned. Converging waves of weather – floods, cyclones and extreme heat – forecast to peak in the coming months will prove fatal for many, especially pregnant women, who face being cut off from hospital when in labour. Continue reading...
Key Takeaways
- El Niño will increase risk of death in childbirth for millions, say midwives.
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