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Grady Maternity Closure Sparks Outcry | Dayton News
OhioHealth’s plan to shut down Grady Memorial’s maternity unit by July 31 is sparking fierce backlash from nurses, parents, and even a gubernatorial candidate, who warn that forcing expectant mothers to travel farther for care could be life-threatening—especially for those without reliable transportation. While OhioHealth cites low birth volumes and says ER staff will handle emergencies, critics argue the data misses the bigger picture: Grady serves a wider region with scarce options. Local leaders have passed a resolution demanding reconsideration and calling for state intervention, but…
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