Expectant Mothers Urge Peers to Attend Antenatal Services Amid Rising Maternal Mortality
Written by Mafken FM Newsroom on 4 November 2024
By Respite Kaoma
Expectant mothers at Ndeke Clinic in Kitwe district on the Copperbelt Province have urged fellow women to prioritize antenatal health services following recent reports of rising maternal mortality in the district.
Portrait of beautiful pregnant black mother holding her pregnant belly at home. Close-up.
Their call comes in response to alarming statistics revealed by Kitwe District Health Director Dr. Francis Liywali, who reported that 110 women have died during childbirth over the past three years, contributing to a high maternal mortality rate in the area.
Speaking to Mafken News, the women emphasized the importance of regular health check-ups during pregnancy, noting that increased awareness and healthcare access are essential in addressing the district’s maternal health challenges.
