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A recent report published by Johns Hopkins University reveals that approximately half of the infant and maternal deaths in developing countries could have been prevented if women had utilized family planning methods to avoid high-risk pregnancies. This staggering statistic highlights the critical importance of accessible and effective family planning strategies in reducing preventable deaths.

According to the report, a staggering 5.6 million infant deaths and 2 million maternal deaths could be avoided this year alone if women chose to have their children within the safest years, with adequate intervals between births, and limited their families to a moderate size. This accounts for roughly half of the estimated 9.8 million infant deaths and 370,000 maternal deaths in developing countries, excluding China, as projected by the United Nations Children’s Fund and the US Centers for Disease Control, respectively. Notably, China was excluded from these estimates due to the relatively low number of births occurring in high-risk categories.

The report further emphasizes that evidence from around the globe demonstrates that the risk of maternal or infant illness and death is significantly higher in four specific types of pregnancies: those occurring before the mother reaches 18 years of age, those after the mother turns 35, pregnancies following four or more births, and those with intervals of less than two years between births. These findings underscore the need for targeted interventions and improved access to family planning services, particularly for women in these high-risk groups.

In conclusion, the report highlights the profound impact that family planning methods can have on reducing infant and maternal mortality rates in developing countries. By implementing effective strategies that prioritize the health and safety of mothers and their children, we can make significant progress towards achieving global health equity and reducing preventable deaths.