The U.S. healthcare system is one of the most expensive in the world. Yet America's maternal death rate is the highest among developed nations. http://moms.usatoday.com #protectmomspic.twitter.com/oAscs7odRn
-
-
Louisiana has the highest maternal death rate in the U.S.pic.twitter.com/ppO4BWa8WH
Show this thread -
But when it comes to severe maternal harms, New York is worse.pic.twitter.com/I9u8Vi3Cs3
Show this thread -
50,000 women a year in the U.S. endure serious injuries or complications during childbirth, some with lifelong effects. http://50k.usatoday.com
#1of50KShow this thread -
Ali Lowry nearly bled to death before an emergency hysterectomy saved her life.pic.twitter.com/etCHXF1XKC
Show this thread -
A USA TODAY investigation focused on two childbirth killers that experts say are among the most preventable: hemorrhage …pic.twitter.com/8DO79E9glf
Show this thread -
-
Although safety measures are well established, we found that many hospitals routinely fail to give women recommended treatments that could save their lives.pic.twitter.com/sF3UuC5UIy
Show this thread -
It doesn't have to be this way. In California, a
@Stanford-based safety group has pushed reforms. Serious childbirth injuries fell 21% among participating hospitals from 2014 to 2016.pic.twitter.com/RgPgDnwuPx
Show this thread -
Maternity hospitals are not required to report whether they follow recommended safety measures. Put this in your go bag. Save it to your phone. Ask questions so you or the woman you love will receive proper care.
#protectmoms http://pregnancytips.usatoday.comShow this thread
End of conversation
New conversation -
Loading seems to be taking a while.
Twitter may be over capacity or experiencing a momentary hiccup. Try again or visit Twitter Status for more information.