Arkansas looks for solutions to state’s maternal death rates

By By Merrilee Gasser | The Center Square contributor

Published February 22, 2024 7:30am ET

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(The Center Square) – Arkansas’ maternal death rate is nearly double the national average, panelists heard during a roundtable discussion on maternal health Wednesday.

Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, U.S. Sen. John Boozman, U.S. Rep. French Hill and medical professionals across the state discussed some of the challenges facing maternal health in Arkansas.

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