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Health & Science Trey Kay +, Mar. 12, 2026

Us & Them Encore: Diminishing OB Care In Rural America

For many rural families, the nearest delivery room is getting farther away. Since 2020, 124 rural hospitals have stopped delivering babies or announced plans to close their obstetric and delivery units. In this encore Us & Them, Trey Kay hears from families navigating the risks — and asks what it means for the future of their communities.

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