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TIME TO SAVE WOMEN'S LIVES.

Authors :
Coeytaux, Francine
Taylor-McGhee, Belle
Source :
Ms.. Spring2010, Vol. 20 Issue 2, p36-41. 6p.
Publication Year :
2010

Abstract

The article focuses on the high number of maternal deaths and illnesses occurring worldwide particularly in developing countries. It mentions several solutions to improve maternal mortality rate which includes improving maternal care, empowering women and girls, and making contraception accessible and affordable. It adds that improving reproductive-care facilities and increasing the investment in maternal health care services especially in the rural areas will improve maternal mortality.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00478318
Volume :
20
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Ms.
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
50725053