Monrovia, Liberia — In a significant milestone for Liberia’s health sector, the John F. Kennedy (JFK) Medical Center has recorded zero maternal deaths for the month of December 2025, hospital authorities have announced.
JFK Medical Center, the country’s premier referral hospital, confirmed that no maternal fatalities were reported at its Maternal Center throughout December, marking a major achievement in efforts to improve maternal health outcomes nationwide.
Health officials say the success reflects the dedication, professionalism, and teamwork of doctors, midwives, nurses, and support staff who continue to provide safe and high-quality care to expectant mothers, often under challenging conditions.
“This achievement demonstrates what is possible when health workers are committed to saving lives and when systems are strengthened to prioritize maternal care,” a health official noted. “Every mother deserves safe delivery and quality treatment.”
Maternal mortality has long been a major public health concern in Liberia. As the nation’s leading referral institution, JFK Medical Center handles complicated pregnancy and delivery cases from across the country, making the December record particularly noteworthy.
The hospital administration credited improved clinical protocols, timely referrals, teamwork at the Maternal Center, and the commitment of frontline health workers for the positive outcome. Authorities say efforts are ongoing to sustain and build upon the gains made.
Public health advocates have welcomed the development, describing it as a strong signal of progress toward safer motherhood and improved healthcare delivery.
As Liberia continues to push toward better maternal and child health indicators, stakeholders say the December achievement at JFK Medical Center should serve as a model for health facilities nationwide.
