Why childbirth in America is so dangerous

The United States has the highest rate of pregnancy-related mortality among developed nations. The stunning figures suggest that half of those deaths may have been prevented, and that black women are three to four times more likely to die than white women. Read more: https://wapo.st/2GCiXG3. Subscribe to The Washington Post on YouTube: https://wapo.st/2QOdcqK Follow us: Twitter:   / washingtonpost   Instagram:   / washingtonpost   Facebook:   / washingtonpost  

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