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Mortality declines, but youth deaths and health inequities rise
The latest Global Burden of Disease (GBD) study, published in The Lancet and presented at the World Health Summit in…
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Mississippi Declares Public Health Emergency Over Infant Mortality
Mississippi has recently declared a public health emergency due to the alarming rates of infant mortality in the state. With…
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Even weak tropical cyclones raise infant mortality in poorer countries, finds research
Tropical cyclones, even those below hurricane or typhoon strength, have been linked to a significant increase in infant mortality rates…
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PRAMS maternal mortality database in limbo as CDC staff placed on leave
The recent layoffs at the Department of Health and Human Services have had a significant impact on the Pregnancy Risk…
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