UNFPA Calls for 1 Million More Midwives to Save Lives

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•UNFPA estimates a global shortfall of 1 million midwives.
•An estimated 4 million lives could be saved each year with sufficient midwife coverage.
•Midwives provide essential care during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum periods.
•Personal accounts show midwives' impact on individual families and career choices.

What Could Happen If...

▸UNFPA and governments increase investment in midwife training and recruitment Maternal and newborn mortality rates could decline significantly, improving health outcomes globally.

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🏛United Nations Population Fund

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WESTNPR - NewsMidwives saved his mom's life -- and inspired him to pursue the profession AFRICAPremium Times (Nigeria)1 million more midwives needed to save 4 million lives yearly – UNFPA

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has highlighted a global shortage of midwives, estimating that 1 million more are needed to save 4 million lives annually. This shortage affects maternal and newborn health worldwide, emphasizing the critical role midwives play in healthcare. Personal stories, such as one inspired by midwives saving a life, underline the profession's importance and the urgent need to expand the workforce.