The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has warned that in spite of progress against HIV, the world was off track to meet its target of fewer than 370,000 new HIV cases by 2025
“When crisis strikes, midwives are often first on the scene, especially in remote communities.’’
The SWOP report emphasises that over half of preventable maternal deaths occur in countries affected by crises and conflicts.
She said that discrimination contributes to poor maternal health, even in better-off countries.
The registrar reiterated the council’s commitment to having healthy mothers and babies in the country.
