Texas Abortion Ban Linked to Significant Rise in Infant Mortality

New study reveals 13% increase in infant deaths following Texas's restrictive abortion law, highlighting severe health impacts.

Research attributes the rise in infant deaths to the 2021 Texas Heartbeat Act, which bans abortions after six weeks.
Infant mortality in Texas rose by nearly 13%, compared to just 1.8% in the rest of the U.S.
The study suggests that the ban led to 216 additional infant deaths due to severe fetal anomalies.
Experts warn of similar outcomes in other states with strict abortion laws post-Dobbs decision.
The findings highlight the broader health and emotional consequences for families and healthcare providers.