K8 Newsdesk: Arkansas is considered one of worst states for maternal health, CDC says

"RODGERS, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA/KAIT) - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention considered Arkansas to be one of the worst states for maternal health.

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Medical experts reviewed a panel of 23 women in the states who have died due to pregnancy-related causes from 2018 and 2019, according to our content partner KNWA.

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The Arkansas Maternal Mortality Review Committee found 90% of those deaths were potentially preventable.

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Arkansas Perinatal Quality Collaborative is a group of hospitals around the states working together to prevent unnecessary C-sections and help keep patients safe."

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