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Stillbirths and newborn deaths in Ireland surpass annual road fatalities, with experts calling them largely preventable due to systemic healthcare gaps.
Stillbirths and newborn deaths in Ireland exceed annual road fatalities, yet remain under-recognized, with experts calling them largely preventable.
Speakers before the Oireachtas Health Committee highlighted that most affected mothers were average age, not obese, and often first-time parents, with over a third of stillbirths occurring at term.
Twins, though a small fraction of births, accounted for 10% of deaths.
Delays in responding to reduced fetal movements, staffing shortages, and inconsistent bereavement care were cited as key issues.
Despite a 2016 maternity strategy, implementation lags, with declining midwife numbers, unsafe staffing levels, and underfunded services.
Advocates urge immediate action, including midwife-led care and postnatal hubs, to address systemic gaps and reduce preventable losses.
Los nacimientos muertos y las muertes de recién nacidos en Irlanda superan las muertes anuales en accidentes de tráfico, y los expertos los consideran en gran medida prevenibles debido a las brechas sistémicas en la atención sanitaria.