Reducing maternal mortality in Peru. Where to begin?

Authors

  • Bruno Benavides Proyecto 2000, Ministerio de Salud, Lima, Perú

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15381/anales.v62i3.4198

Abstract

Maternal mortality is one of the health indicators that more accurately expresses inequity and social exclusion. More than half a million maternal deaths occur annually worldwide. 99% happen in developing countries. Living in poverty limits women's access to economic resources, social and basic education. Thus, less able to make informed decisions on health and nutrition. Maternal mortality also expresses gender iniquity for decision-making, the basic rights and social services.

Author Biography

  • Bruno Benavides, Proyecto 2000, Ministerio de Salud, Lima, Perú

    Jefe del Equipo de Asistencia Técnica. Proyecto 2000

    Ministerio de Salud

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Published

2001-09-17

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Section

Salud Pública

How to Cite

1.
Benavides B. Reducing maternal mortality in Peru. Where to begin?. An Fac med [Internet]. 2001 Sep. 17 [cited 2024 Jul. 5];62(3):215-27. Available from: https://revistasinvestigacion.unmsm.edu.pe/index.php/anales/article/view/4198