2026 Report on Maternal Health in South Carolina
2026 Report on Maternal Health in South Carolina
The South Carolina Department of Public Health has released the latest legislative brief from the South Carolina Maternal Morbidity and Mortality Review Committee. The report examines pregnancy-associated deaths in the state, identifies key risk factors, and outlines recommendations to help prevent future maternal deaths. It also highlights ongoing disparities in maternal health outcomes and the importance of improving care before, during, and after pregnancy.
Read the full report to learn more about the findings and recommendations for improving maternal health in South Carolina.
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South Carolina Maternal Morbidity and Mortality Review Committee
The South Carolina Maternal Morbidity and Mortality Review Committee (SCMMMRC) was established by law in 2016 under Act 42 of the South Carolina Statute Section 44-1-310. In accordance with the Act, the Committee must review all maternal deaths that occur during pregnancy or within 365 days after the pregnancy ends, regardless of the cause of death, and compile and distribute an annual report by March 1. Each death is reviewed using a standardized approach, which involves investigating underlying causes, pregnancy-relatedness, preventability, and any circumstances or other contributing factors. The Committee’s responsibility is to identify recommendations to prevent future maternal mortality