MIDWIVES CAN PREVENT TWO-THIRDS OF DEATHS AMONG WOMEN AND NEWBORNS - UN REPORT SECURITY COUNCIL DEMAND DO NOT USE RACE IN CHOICE OF MIDWIFE

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Web version   New York Jun 3 2014 3:00PM   UN News Centre with breaking news from the UN News Service  Investing in Midwives saves lives. Photo: UNFPA MIDWIVES CAN PREVENT TWO-THIRDS OF DEATHS AMONG WOMEN AND NEWBORNS – UN REPORT Midwives are the unsung heroes of maternal and newborn health, according to a new United Nations report released today that urges greater investment in these vital healthcare professionals, who can prevent about two-thirds of deaths among women and newborns. Read more RELATED Maternal death rates fall but chronic diseases increase pregnancy risk –UN agency Rates of maternal deaths are down, according to United Nations figures released today, but pre-existing medical conditions heighten the risk of death for pregnant women and require continued investment in quality care during pregnancy and childbirth. Read more TOPICS Peace and Security -  Economic Development -  Humanitarian Aid -  Environment -  Human Rights -  UN Affais, Secretary-General -  Women, Children, Population -  Law, Crime Prevention -  Health, Poverty -  Culture, Education United Nations News Center mailing system If you have problems reading this, please consult the web version Click here to unsubscribe from the UN mailing list. UN News Service Contact Radio News and Media