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Search results for "maternal death" ...
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The State of our Maternal Health
In California, the health of pregnant women has been getting worse over the years and the maternal death rate is even worse that Bosnia's. The story investigated the causes behind what is making women sicker. One finding included showing that women in California are at a greater risk of having a cesarean surgery at for-profit hospitals where there is a financial incentive to perform this procedure.
Tags: pregnant; pregnancy; cesarean; hospital; maternal; maternal death
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Simon's Story
Heinz investigates the death of Simon Rivero. He was removed from the care of his biological parents and placed in three foster homes. His maternal grandparents wanted to adopt him, but state officials opted to place Simon in the home of a would-be adoptive mother who is now a suspect in his death.
Tags: Child Abuse