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Old 08-12-2008, 01:55 PM  
Libertine
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I don't know....I have a friend in Ireland and there is absolutely no comparison between her prenatal care and my prenatal care (in the USA). She is rather jealous of my care as her care is rather unimpressive. Granted, I really don't know much about Ireland's health care system, I just know that she's not happy with her care. I don't think either system is perfect, but I am very happy with the care I receive here in America. I feel quite safe delivering here.
Absolutely no comparison. That's right.

Infant mortality rate in the US: 6.3/1000
Infant mortality rate in Ireland: 4.9/1000

Maternal mortality rate in the US: 8/100k
Maternal mortality rate in Ireland: 6/100k

You'd be a hell of a lot safer delivering in Ireland
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