The Issues + Data
Together, we’re saving lives.
As recently as 2011, Hamilton County had the second-worst infant mortality rate in the entire country. However, thanks to hundreds of partners working together over the last 10 years, we’ve seen significant progress.
Despite this progress, the problem of infant death continues to plague our community.
The complicated issue of infant mortality requires a multi-year approach. See our detailed collaboration efforts in our most recent strategic plan.
2022 Annual Report
Maternal and Infant Health in Hamilton County.
The leading causes of infant death.
As an organization, we are constantly tracking and learning about the leading causes of infant death. Being informed helps provide support to our partners and to all our initiatives.
Reports
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Racial Disparity
Learn about racial disparities in maternal and infant health.
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Safe Sleep
An in-depth look into the causes of local sleep-related deaths.
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Preterm Birth
Learn about the impact and causes of preterm birth in Hamilton County.
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Birth Defects
An analysis of fatal birth defects in Hamilton County.
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Economic Impact Study
Understand the individual and societal costs of preterm birth.
Data Dictionary
A guide to how we define the infant and maternal health measures tracked in our Annual Report.