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<p>The HSE said it is aware of the 'disproportionate over-representation' of ethnic minority women in adverse maternity events in Ireland.</p>

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HSE to engage with groups to reduce maternal deaths among women of colour

Of 13 maternal death inquests held between 2007 and 2021, six involved women of colour

<p>A South/Southwest Hospital Group spokeswoman<br/>said the death of Geraldine Yankeu at CUMH was being reviewed by the hospital, in keeping with HSE protocols. File picture: Domnick Walsh</p>

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Investigation into woman's death at CUMH after stillbirth of her daughter

Women of Ireland being let down by lack of midwife-led birthing units

Midwife on call: Domino service delivers the goods to mums and babies

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Midwife on call: Domino service delivers the goods to mums and babies

Women have long fought for this control of their own bodies

Male-dominated labour practices are disempowering women