Maternal deaths decline in Kyrgyzstan
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Kyrgyzstan recorded 23 maternal deaths during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, representing a decrease from the same period last year.
The Ministry of Health in Kyrgyzstan attributes this improvement to preventing pregnancy complications, expanding access to family planning, identifying risks quickly, and providing quality medical care. The Ministry plans to spend 12.5 million soms on modern contraceptives, prioritising women from vulnerable communities, and has broadened access to affordable contraception through health insurance.
The Ministry of Health is also working to improve organisation of reproductive healthcare and is revising reporting practices to better account for medical and social risks. They are increasing public knowledge about family planning and preventing complications during pregnancy. Officials stated that each maternal death will undergo detailed analysis to inform future preventative measures.
