The rise was driven by disrupted antenatal care, delayed referrals and weakened pregnancy and delivery services during and after the Covid-19 pandemic, researchers said. The study documented a 44% increase in the stillbirth rate between the pre-Covid and post-Covid periods.
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Stillbirths rose 44% after Covid, national study finds
January 28, 2026The rise was driven by disrupted antenatal care, delayed referrals and weakened pregnancy and delivery services during and after the Covid-19 pandemic, researchers said. The study documented a 44% increase in the stillbirth rate between the pre-Covid and post-Covid periods.