Infant deaths dropped to about 19,350 last year
— Infant deaths dropped to about 19,350 last year
June 16, 2026
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Infant mortality in the U.S. dropped to a new all-time low in 2025, according to preliminary government data.
There were slightly fewer than 5.4 infant deaths per 1,000 live births in 2025, according to the CDC.
The U.S. infant mortality rate fell to an all-time low, though it still trails other similar nations
US infant mortality rate fell to an all-time low, but still trails similar nations
The US infant mortality rate fell to an all-time low, though it still trails other similar nations
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