Andhra Pradesh maternal mortality ratio rises due to challenges in remote areas

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Andhra Pradesh's maternal mortality ratio increased to 39 deaths per lakh live births in 2022-24, up from 30 in 2021-23. The rise is attributed to challenges in remote tribal and rural areas, including limited healthcare access and infrastructure, with some deaths occurring during transfers between facilities. Despite the increase, Andhra Pradesh's MMR remains significantly lower than the national average of 87, indicating strong overall maternal healthcare performance.


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