Disgraced Midwife to Face Court After Allegations of Harmful Practices Result in Tragedy
Pretoria, South Africa – Next month, former midwife Yolande Maritz will face the judiciary, accused of harmful practices that allegedly led to several infant deaths and lasting disabilities. Maritz, who has been stripped of her credentials, will appear in court on July 24 facing charges of assault linked to her treatment of pregnant women under her care. The allegations against Maritz surfaced after it was claimed she administered medications during childbirth, contributing to serious complications. …