Marion County has 14 zip codes that saw more than 10 infant deaths per 1,000 live births in 2021.
At one point, Marion County’s infant mortality rate was among the highest in the nation. That’s not the case today but the numbers remain troubling.
In addition, racial, ethnic, and age-related disparities persist. The rate for white, non-Hispanic babies is almost the national average at 5.9. The rate for Black non-Hispanic babies is nearly double that at 11.4, while the rate for Hispanic babies is 7.1. Geography can also play a role. One way to improve infants’ health lies in ensuring mothers receive adequate prenatal care. The goal, Caine said, is to have 80% of pregnant people seen in their first trimester of pregnancy.
Community maternal and child health advocate Destiny Faceson said transparency, trust and respect are the keys to bringing about change.
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