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Texas’ maternal mortality committee questions recent changes after anti-abortion doctor’s appointment

The committee’s chair also raised concerns about the state’s possible departure from a federal system to share data about maternal deaths.

Dr. Carla Ortique speaks at The Texas Tribune Festival in Austin on Sept. 29, 2018.

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