"U.S. Leads High-Income Nations in Maternal Mortality Rates"

The U.S. has the highest maternal mortality rate among high-income nations, with 22 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2022, significantly higher than countries like Sweden, Switzerland, and Norway. Black women in the U.S. face nearly 50 deaths per 100,000 births, highlighting severe racial disparities in maternal care. Contributing factors include lack of postpartum support, insufficient maternity care providers, and absence of mandated paid leave, unlike other high-income countries. Addressing these issues with a focus on equity is crucial to reducing maternal mortality rates.