U.S. Infant Mortality Rises Post-Dobbs Decision, Study Reveals

Research shows a significant increase in infant deaths, particularly among those with congenital anomalies, following the overturning of Roe v. Wade.

The study, published in JAMA Pediatrics, found a 7% increase in overall infant mortality and a 10% rise in deaths of infants with congenital anomalies.
Researchers attributed about 80% of the additional infant deaths to congenital abnormalities, which are often detected during pregnancy.
Data from the CDC indicated that 247 more infant deaths occurred monthly than expected in certain months following the Dobbs decision.
Experts suggest that the increase is linked to restrictive abortion laws preventing terminations in cases of severe fetal anomalies.
The study highlights a broader impact on public health, with calls for further research into state-level effects and maternal health outcomes.