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- Progress in reducing the Black-White disparity in US infant mortality rates has been inconsistent across states from 2008 to 2018.
- Of the thirty-two states studied, eight saw an increase in the disparity while twenty-four experienced improvements.
- This situation highlights the need for comprehensive initiatives to address and prevent Black infant deaths effectively.
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Progress toward eliminating the Black-White disparity in US infant mortality rates has been slow and highly variable by state. Among thirty-two eligible states, eight had an increase (worsening), and twenty-four had a reduction (improvement) in their Black-White infant mortality rate ratios from 2008 to 2018. These findings necessitate dynamic, multilevel initiatives aimed at preventing Black infant deaths.
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