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Sara Jacobs: Considering that Nigeria has the third highest maternal mortality rate in the world, this is deeply concerning to me.

On the recordFebruary 13, 2024
Considering that Nigeria has the third highest maternal mortality rate in the world, this is deeply concerning to me.
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Sara Jacobs
Democratic · California

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Jacobs highlights concerns over Nigeria's high maternal mortality rate amid ongoing conflicts.

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