Aug 26, 02:33 AM

Mississippi Declares Public Health Emergency as Infant Mortality Hits 9.7 per 1,000, Highest in Over a Decade

Mississippi health officials have declared a public health emergency in response to a sharp rise in infant mortality, which reached its highest level in over a decade. The state's infant mortality rate increased to 9.7 deaths per 1,000 live births in 2024. Key factors contributing to the rise include birth defects, premature births, low birth weight, and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. Experts emphasize the importance of continuous healthcare for women before, during, and after pregnancy to improve infant health outcomes. The increase in infant mortality in Mississippi parallels concerns raised in other states with restrictive abortion laws, where pregnant women face delays and substandard care.

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Shadow of Ezra@ShadowofEzra
1 year ago
Mississippi health officials have declared a public health emergency as the state faces its highest infant mortality rate in over ten years. The top causes include birth defects, premature births, low birth weight, and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. “Too many Mississippi https://t.co/fKIu2xq2ZA
NTD News@NTDNews
1 year ago
The mortality rate has increased to 9.7 per 1,000 live births in 2024, the state says. https://t.co/NFMapmHgCA
The Atlantic@TheAtlantic
1 year ago
In the 19 states that have enacted significant abortion restrictions since Dobbs, many pregnant women experience “delays, confusion, and other substandard care,” @olgakhazan reports: https://t.co/C4y4GcGvfv

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