FIGO Emphasizes Strengthening Health Systems to Reduce Maternal and Newborn Mortality Worldwide

FIGO and IJGO have recently published a paper titled “Global Health Systems Strengthening: FIGO’s Strategic View on Reducing Maternal and Newborn Mortality Worldwide.” This publication, written by FIGO’s Committee on Health Systems Strengthening and Respectful Care, emphasizes the importance of strengthening health systems to achieve universal healthcare coverage and reduce maternal and newborn mortality rates worldwide.

The paper highlights the significant progress that has been made in reducing maternal deaths globally over the past twenty years. However, disparities in maternal and perinatal health persist, especially in low-income countries and within marginalized populations in high-income countries. The article stresses the need for a comprehensive understanding of the factors contributing to maternal deaths to develop effective policies and health programs that address the unique challenges faced by women worldwide.

FIGO is committed to promoting the health and equity of women, girls, and newborns globally. The organization is dedicated to improving maternal and perinatal outcomes, reducing healthcare disparities, advancing research, education, advocacy, and capacity-building in obstetrics and gynecology. Health systems strengthening involves initiatives aimed at enhancing various aspects of the healthcare system, such as service delivery, workforce development, information systems, access to medicines, financing, leadership