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How The Closing Of Small, Rural Hospitals Is Contributing To A Bigger Maternal Health Crisis

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October 11, 2022

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Financial challenges and low patient count are why many rural hospitals close down but with this comes an increase in the proximity to the nearest hospital and the risk of medical emergencies. NBC News' Steven Romo reports on how this can affect maternal care and problems that arise through pregnancy.

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