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Maternal deaths drop 10% in the Dominican Republic: significant progress, challenges remain

Santo Domingo.- The Ministry of Public Health reported 126 maternal deaths through early October, representing a 10% reduction compared to the same period last year. According to the National Epidemiological Surveillance System (Sinave), this figure reflects 14 fewer maternal deaths than in 2024, when 140 deaths were reported. Although the trend is positive, the report notes that of the 126 maternal deaths, two occurred in epidemiological week (EW) 40, from September 28 to October 4, which remains a high figure and highlights challenges in equity in access to maternal health services, especially in rural and vulnerable areas of the country. These results are below the five reported in the 2024 SE-40, indicating better weekly performance. However, the recent section of the SE-37–40 also saw an improvement, with 14 deaths in 2025 [ ]


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