Egypt tops global list for cesarean section rates, reaching a record 72%
Dr. Doaa Al-Alfy, Deputy Minister of Health and Population for Population and Family Development Affairs, stated that Egypt leads the world in cesarean section rates, which reached approximately 72% in 2021. She noted that these rates are a worrying indicator for the medical system related to childbirth operations. During her appearance on the Studio Extra …
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Egypt Independent
September 5, 2025
