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Afghanistan is one of the most challenging countries for childbirth, with a maternal death occurring every two hours due to preventable causes. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Afghanistan Leads Global Maternal Mortality Rates, UN Reports The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has identified Afghanistan as one of the most challenging places globally for women to give birth, citing alarming maternal mortality rates. According to a UNFPA statement, a mother in Afghanistan dies every two hours from preventable causes related to pregnancy and childbirth. The agency highlighted that the country\u2019s fragile healthcare infrastructure and limited access to maternal and reproductive health services, especially in rural areas, continue to endanger the lives of mothers and babies. The UNFPA underscores that Afghanistan remains one of the most perilous regions worldwide for maternal health.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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