"Informed AI News" is an publications aggregation platform, ensuring you only gain the most valuable information, to eliminate information asymmetry and break through the limits of information cocoons. Find out more >>
Increased Infant Mortality Following Roe v. Wade Overturn
- summary
- score
In the 18 months after Roe v. Wade was overturned, hundreds more babies died than expected. A study from Ohio State University found a 7% rise in infant mortality in October 2022, March 2023, and April 2023. On average, 247 more infants died each month than predicted.
Congenital anomalies—birth defects—saw a 10% increase in mortality in six months. About 210 more deaths per month occurred than expected.
Another study from Johns Hopkins found a 13% rise in infant deaths in Texas after abortion was banned at six weeks. Congenital anomalies also spiked.
These conditions are often detected in utero. In states where abortion is legal, termination is common. But with bans, that option is gone.
Abortion bans also harm pregnant women. Dozens have been denied medically necessary abortions. Two women died in Georgia after being unable to access legal abortions.
The study didn’t break down mortality rates by state. But the overall trend is clear: more babies are dying.
| Scores | Value | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| Objectivity | 5 | Balanced reporting with comprehensive analysis. |
| Social Impact | 6 | Extensive and in-depth social discussion. |
| Credibility | 5 | Solid evidence from authoritative sources. |
| Potential | 6 | High potential for significant policy changes. |
| Practicality | 4 | Highly practical, directly applicable. |
| Entertainment Value | 2 | Slightly monotonous, few entertaining elements. |