What is maternal and infant motality?

Maternal mortality refers to the death of a woman during pregnancy, childbirth, or within 42 days after delivery, due to complications related to the pregnancy or its management. Infant mortality, on the other hand, is the death of an infant before their first birthday, often measured as a rate per 1,000 live births. Both metrics are critical indicators of a country's healthcare quality and maternal and child health services. High rates of maternal and infant mortality often reflect underlying issues such as inadequate healthcare access, socioeconomic disparities, and insufficient prenatal and postnatal care.