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US infant mortality rate rises for first time in more than 20 years

The US saw a 3% increase in infant mortality rates from 2021 to 2022, the first rise in over 20 years. This rise was observed in both neonatal and post-neonatal infants.
Infant deaths due to maternal complications and bacterial sepsis increased by 8% and 14% respectively. The rise in mortality rates was particularly significant among American Indian, Alaska Native, and White infants.
Limited access to healthcare for those in poverty and certain racial/ethnic groups may contribute to poorer outcomes for mothers and babies. Healthcare policies need to focus on accessibility to prevent late and severe complications. Racism and marginalization may also impact health outcomes and contribute to racial disparities in infant health.

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Infant Death Rate Increases for First Time in Two Decades - The Florida Capital Star

by Brett Rowland The rate of infants dying in the U.S. increased for the first time in two decades, raising concerns about infant and maternal health across the country. The infant mortality rate for the United States rose 3% from 2021 to 2022, the first year-to-year increase in the rate since 2001 to 2002, according to figures the National Center for Health Statistics released Wednesday. The provisional report does not explain why infant deat…

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Infant Deaths Increased Between 2021 and 2022, CDC Report Finds

America’s infant mortality rate increased for the first time in decades last year, according to a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report, with 3% more babies dying before their first birthday in 2022 than in 2021. The overall increase in infant deaths reflected a 3% increase in babies who lived less than 28 days (neonatal) and a 4% increase in babies who lived less than one year (post-neonatal). Graphic courtesy of the Centers…

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Infant Mortality Rate Rises For 1st Time In 20 Years: See MD Data

Infant Mortality Rate Rises For 1st Time In 20 Years: See MD Data - Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD - Increases in RSV and flu cases that packed pediatric emergency rooms last year may explain an increase in infant mortality. See MD data.

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Infant deaths are on the rise in the U.S. for the first time in 20 years

New data from the CDC shows an overall 3 percent year-to-year increase in infant mortality rates and significant disparities for certain groups.

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Infant mortality rate increases for first time in 20 years, up 8% in Texas

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The infant mortality rate increased by 3% from 2021 to 2022, the first increase in 20 years, according to provisional data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The rate showed a statistically significant increase in four states, including Texas, where there were 8% more deaths in 2022 than there were in 2021, per the CDC report. Infant mortality refers to the death of a child before they reach their first …

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