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Opinion: Maternity deserts aren’t accidents. They’re the result of a design flaw

STAT News · Jun 19, 2026, 8:30 AM

Why this matters: health reporting relevant to everyday decisions and well-being.

Shrinking fertility should mean less strain on doctors. But nearly half of U.S. counties lack a practicing obstetrician or gynecologist.

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