986 pregnant women died in Ghana in 2024 – Deputy Health Minister
The Deputy Minister for Health, Dr Grace Ayensu-Danquah, has disclosed that 986 pregnant women died in Ghana in 2024, with the country's maternal mortality ratio standing at 235 deaths per 100,000 live births.
Dr Grace Ayensu-Danquah, the Deputy Minister for Health, has revealed that 986 pregnant women lost their lives in Ghana in 2024. The country's maternal mortality ratio stands at 235 deaths per 100,000 live births. Dr Ayensu-Danquah highlighted maternal mortality as a critical public health issue and stressed that no woman should lose her life during childbirth.
Improving maternal healthcare is a top priority for the government, she emphasized. During a tour of the Maternal Mortality Action and Response Programme in Accra on Thursday, August 6, Dr Ayensu-Danquah explained that the initiative would help health authorities evaluate maternal healthcare delivery, pinpoint key shortcomings, and implement strategies to enhance outcomes for mothers nationwide.
"In 2024, 986 pregnant women died," she stated. The Deputy Minister underscored the importance of strengthening primary healthcare to curb maternal deaths, noting that health centers must be well-stocked to detect high-risk pregnancies early and refer pregnant women to specialized care when necessary. She also announced that the government would tackle infrastructure and equipment issues at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital as part of broader efforts to enhance maternal healthcare services and ensure better outcomes for pregnant women.
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