Overview

• Infant mortality in Texas rose by nearly 13% following the 2021 abortion ban.
• Deaths due to congenital anomalies increased by 22.9% in the state.
• The study used data from Texas and 28 comparison states between 2018 and 2022.
• Researchers estimate 216 excess infant deaths occurred due to the ban.
• The findings suggest restrictive abortion laws may have broader health impacts.