In the News: Labor and delivery units face uncertainty after federal cuts

A group of healthcare and community leaders sit around conference tables in discussion, with one woman speaking while others listen during a meeting about maternal healthcare and delivery unit challenges.
In the News: Labor and delivery units face uncertainty after federal cuts

Labor and delivery units across New Hampshire are facing increasing uncertainty as hospitals grapple with staffing shortages, financial pressures, and declining birth rates. Local experts highlight how these closures could impact families’ access to care, especially in rural areas where traveling long distances for maternity services poses serious risks. The issue underscores the importance of sustainable support for maternal healthcare in the Monadnock region and beyond.

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