Exposing Indiana's Infant Mortality Crisis

Indiana confronts a pressing issue: its infant mortality rate frequently exceeds the national average, highlighting significant racial inequalities. In 2023, the state reported 6.5 deaths per 1,000 live births, a modest improvement. Tragically, Black infants face the highest rate at 14.1. Contributing factors include insufficient prenatal care and socio-economic obstacles. To combat this, initiatives like the My Healthy Baby Program and Safety PIN Grants are striving to enhance maternal and infant health across communities. Explore more at the Indiana Department of Health’s Maternal and Child Health Division.