The US infant mortality rate fell to an all-time low. That's still worse than other nations
The nation's infant mortality dropped to a new all-time low in 2025, largely thanks to medical advancements and public health efforts.
The US Infant Mortality Rate Fell to an All-Time Low, Though It Still Trails Other Similar Nations
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 ...