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On the frontlines of Mississippi's infant mortality crisis

By Katia Riddle

Published September 25, 2025 at 4:03 PM CDT

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Public health officials in Mississippi recently declared a crisis around infant mortality. Too many babies are dying. Officials are working to help pregnant moms get access to better prenatal care.

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