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flag U.S. infant mortality rate unchanged in 2023, but racial disparities persist.

flag The U.S. infant mortality rate in 2023 stayed at 5.61 deaths per 1,000 live births, similar to 2022, according to the CDC. flag However, racial disparities persist, with Black infants dying at more than double the rate of white and Asian infants. flag Factors such as higher preterm birth rates among Black mothers and limited access to prenatal care contribute to these disparities. flag Experts recommend policies that support pregnant individuals, especially from disadvantaged backgrounds, to address these issues.

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