SUMMARY: The March of Dimes recently released a report revealing that the maternal health in the US is continuing to decline, particularly in Mississippi. The report highlights the crisis of access and equity when it comes to maternal care, with 5.6 million women living in areas where there is low to no access to healthcare providers for maternity care. Many counties in the state are considered maternity care deserts, lacking obstetrical providers or places to deliver, such as hospitals or birth centers. The report emphasizes the need for improvement in maternal health outcomes and access to care.

March of Dimes President and CEO Dr. Elizabeth Cherot talks about the factors that impact maternal and infant health outcomes.

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