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It’s time to end the needless suffering caused by obstetric fistula
03 June 2025
Obstetric fistula is preventable and treatable. Yet thousands of women and girls suffer from the painful realities of living with it. Let UNFPA—the United Nations sexual and reproductive health agency—explain the traumatic consequences of this serious childbirth injury and why we need to end fistula.
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23 May 2025
Global
Publisher
UN
Publication date
Dec 2024
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This 2024 UN Resolution on Fistula, adopted by Member States, calls for intensified efforts to end obstetric fistula, highlighting the urgent need for improved quality of care, strengthened accountability, and better data systems. Recognizing the devastating impact of fistula on women’s health, dignity, and rights, the resolution urges governments and stakeholders to scale up efforts, reinforcing the importance of stronger health systems and sustained commitments to eliminate fistula by 2030.
Publisher
Office of the UN Secretary General
Publication date
Jul 2024
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