Infant Mortality Rate in the US Surges for the First Time in 20 Years
The infant-mortality rate in the United States has increased by 3% for the first time in two decades, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This rise raises concerns about maternal-infant health in the country, as the rate of infant deaths per 1,000 births increased from 5.44 to 5.6 in 2022. The higher rate highlights the need for further attention and improvement in this area.