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More than half of Missouri is a maternity desert, causing mothers to miss out on critical care

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More than half of Missouri is considered a “maternity care desert,” according to the March of Dimes. The organization reports that 52% of the state falls into that category.

Dr. Elizabeth Harper Juanillo, an OBGYN physician at Jordan Valley Clinic, said the lack of access creates risks for mothers and babies.

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