Missouri’s Preventable Pregnancy Deaths | St. Louis News

Missouri’s new report reveals a shocking toll: 340 pregnancy-related deaths between 2019 and 2023, 79% deemed preventable. Cardiovascular disease and mental health issues — including entirely preventable substance use disorders — are top causes, alongside infections like pneumonia and COVID-19. A devastating racial gap persists, with Black women dying at 2.5 times the rate of white women. In response, state agencies are investing $4.3 million to extend postpartum Medicaid and strengthen behavioral health and addiction treatment resources. The full data is available online for those seeking deeper insight. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c31182ed6290e80b