Evolution of Maternal Mortality Rates (IMAGE) Spanish Foundation for Science and Technology Caption The evolution of maternal mortality rates in Spain since 1996 shows a 17 percent increase in deaths. Credit Gilberto Santa Rosa (Creative Commons) Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.