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Ohio’s Infant Mortality Crisis | Columbus News
Ohio’s infant mortality rate is alarmingly high—seven deaths per 1,000 births—and the disparity is stark: Black babies are twice as likely to die before their first birthday compared to White babies. Rooted in systemic inequities, the crisis stems from unequal access to prenatal care, housing, food, and income. Organizations like PCC Center for Optimal Health and CelebrateOne are stepping in to remove barriers by connecting mothers with medical resources, transportation, and support. Solving this requires a unified effort across healthcare, communities, government, and families to ensure…
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