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Maternal mortality

The death of a woman during pregnancy, childbirth, or within 42 days after giving birth, from any cause related to or aggravated by the pregnancy or its management.

Perinatal death

The death of a baby from 22 weeks of pregnancy until 7 days after birth, encompassing stillbirths and early newborn deaths.

Postpartum hemorrhage

Severe bleeding after childbirth, which is a leading cause of maternal death.

Preeclampsia

A serious pregnancy complication characterized by high blood pressure and signs of damage to another organ system, most often the liver and kidneys.

Obstetric fistula

A severe injury from childbirth where a hole forms between the birth canal and the bladder or rectum, caused by prolonged and obstructed labor without timely medical care.

Community health workers

Frontline public health workers who are trusted members of or have an unusually close understanding of the community served. They act as a link between health services and the community.

Life-affirming care

Healthcare practices and interventions that prioritize and uphold the value of human life at all stages, from conception to natural death.