Infant Mortality

African-American women are more likely to lose a baby in the first year of life than women of any other race. Scientists think that stress from racism makes their bodies and babies more vulnerable.

In 2016, 1,024 Ohio children under the age of 1 died - more than the previous year, despite concerted efforts on the part of government officials and…

A new story reports a growing crisis among expectant African American women. Coming we hear from the author of a story that re-frames how we look at…

For years, efforts to fight Ohio’s infant mortality rate have focused on health care, both for babies and expecting mothers.A new report says addressing…

Nine pregnant women get together on Friday mornings on Summa Health Systems’ Akron campus, in a room that looks more like a living room than a medical…

The state is working with community leaders trying to find ways to curb the infant mortality crisis. A new report shows that 1,024 babies died before…

For new parents it can be a tricky and tough decision figuring out which methods for sleep are the safest for their infants. Find out more about the…

Could community be the answer to improving infant mortality rates? Atrium Medical Center says the answer is 'yes'.

The baby boxes that Finland gives to all new mothers are legendary. Now states in the U.S. are experimenting with them as a way to encourage safe sleep practices and reduce SIDS.

Columbus City Council increased the legal age to purchase tobacco products to 21-year-old on Monday night. City leaders hope the new measure will lead to…