Nearly half of maternal deaths in Pennsylvania occur more than 6 weeks after giving birth

Nearly 48% of maternal deaths in Pennsylvania occur between six weeks and one year postpartum, with mental health conditions and substance use disorders accounting for nearly half of pregnancy-associated deaths. The U.S. maternal mortality ratio is 17 per 100,000 live births, significantly higher than in other high-income countries, and 98% of pregnancy-related deaths in Pennsylvania were deemed preventable.