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Egypt's C-section Rate Reaches 80%
The article discussed the rising rates of cesarean deliveries in Egypt, which are projected to reach nearly 80% by 2025. It emphasized the importance of reducing this rate and minimizing unnecessary interventions to achieve a balance between natural birth and cesarean sections when medically necessary. The article also highlighted that the neonatal mortality rate has increased from 11 to 18 cases per thousand, while the maternal mortality rate has risen to 44.5 cases in 2025. The Ministry of Health has adopted policies to strengthen midwifery care, encourage breastfeeding, and promote spacing between births for 3 to 5 years to ensure the health of both mother and child.
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