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flag South Carolina’s infant death rate rose in 2023, with Black infants dying at nearly twice the rate of white infants.

flag South Carolina's infant mortality rate rose 2.9% in 2023, with 403 infant deaths reported—up from 392 in 2022—marking a reversal in the state’s declining trend. flag The rate reached 7 deaths per 1,000 live births, with Black infants facing a mortality rate nearly double that of white infants. flag Leading causes include preterm birth complications, birth defects, and SIDS, which saw a 19.5% increase. flag Public health officials cite persistent racial, geographic, and socioeconomic disparities and are emphasizing improved prenatal care, community outreach, and expanded access to maternal and infant health services.

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