California surgeon general sets goal of reducing maternal mortality by 50%

California’s surgeon general has launched an initiative to reduce maternal mortality by half by December 2026, citing that over 80% of such deaths are preventable nationwide. While California currently has a lower rate of maternal deaths compared to the U.S., there has been a resurgence in recent years, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. State officials are committed to improving maternal health outcomes and maintaining the state’s status as having the lowest maternal mortality rate in the country.

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