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Ebola Fear Drives Maternal Deaths in Congo | Philadelphia News
Pregnant women in Congo are fleeing hospitals and prenatal care out of Ebola-fueled fear, triggering a deadly spike in maternal deaths as clinics hemorrhage patients and resources. Misinformation, rumors, and the mistaken belief that any fever means quarantine are driving women like Esther Lutula—now risking her life by skipping checkups—to avoid medical help entirely. With maternal mortality already among the worst globally, this crisis is worsening as Ebola diverts staff and supplies, while attacks on health facilities add another layer of terror. Health workers race to dispel myths and…
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