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  • Public Health
  • Reproductive Health

Background:

  • Maternal mortality has decreased by 50% globally since 1990, but significant disparities persist, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa.
  • Lifetime risk of maternal death remains high in sub-Saharan Africa (1 in 39) compared to industrialized nations (1 in 10,000).
  • Despite proven cost-effective interventions, coverage remains insufficient to meet global reduction targets.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine achievable scenarios for reducing maternal mortality by 2035.
  • To identify key strategies for ending preventable maternal deaths globally.
  • To assess the feasibility of achieving substantial reductions through concerted efforts.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of existing data and trends in maternal mortality reduction.
  • Examination of the impact of scaled-up interventions like family planning and emergency obstetric care.
  • Scenario modeling for maternal mortality reduction by 2035.

Main Results:

  • Annual maternal mortality reduction rates exceeding 10% have been demonstrated in some countries.
  • Key interventions including family planning, emergency obstetric care, and girls' education are effective but underutilized.
  • Achieving zero preventable maternal deaths by 2035 requires significant scaling of human resources and health services.

Conclusions:

  • Ending preventable maternal deaths by 2035 is attainable with focused and realistic global efforts.
  • Essential strategies include massive scaling-up of human resources, achieving universal health coverage, enhanced financing, and improved monitoring and R&D.
  • Sustained political will and investment are crucial for eliminating maternal mortality worldwide.