Reducing the Risk of Maternal Mortality Earlier this year, we recognized the rate of maternal mortality around the world is unacceptably high. It is a global issue with over 800 women dying every day. Our INSIGHT: Preventing Maternal Deaths series has focused on defining the main causes and examining interventions…

Research and Best Practices Impact Maternal Mortality Rate The health of women and children is crucial to creating a healthy world. Despite some global progress, there are still too many mothers and children dying — largely from causes that could have been prevented. The World Health Organization (WHO), estimates that…

Proper Hand Hygiene Reduces Health Care-Associated Infections Global Handwashing Day is celebrated on October 15 and is dedicated to increasing both awareness and understanding of the importance of handwashing. The theme “Clean Hands for All” follows the push to leave no one behind, promoting soap as an effective and affordable…