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However, differences still persist with regard to urban and rural outcomes across these indicators. Rapid population growth rates have compounded the challenge of further expanding health services delivery. The challenge notwithstanding, Malawi is on track to meet the MDGs relating to child and infant mortality targets and combatting diseases. Malawi, however, is unlikely to meet the MDG for maternal mortality because of challenges in improving access to maternal care services, high fertility levels and HIV.
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