Infant mortality gap in England's poorest areas widens to 12-year high.

Infant mortality in England's poorest areas has reached its widest gap in 12 years, with 6.1 deaths per 1,000 live births compared to 2.2 in the wealthiest areas. The West Midlands has the highest infant mortality rate at 5.6 deaths per 1,000 live births, while the South West has the lowest at 2.8 deaths. Babies of black ethnicity have the highest infant mortality rates among all ethnic groups. Experts call for addressing underlying factors like obesity and smoking during pregnancy.

June 02, 2024
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