Global Health Audit Highlights Maternal and Infant Mortality

In Ghana, more than 3,000 infants die monthly before their first birthday, with the Ministry of Health attributing this to inadequate postnatal care and poor access to skilled delivery services. The infant mortality rate is 52 per 1,000 live births, and maternal mortality has also increased, necessitating urgent intervention. Similarly, Karnataka, India, experienced 464 maternal deaths between April and December 2024, with an audit revealing 70% were preventable. Many deaths were linked to substandard Ringer Lactate solution and high-risk pregnancies, highlighting systemic failures. The audit suggests better decision-making and resource allocation in healthcare facilities could significantly reduce these deaths. Both Ghana and Karnataka's situations emphasize the critical need for improved maternal and infant health services globally.