"Jun. 25—ANDERSON — Madison County is experiencing high levels of what health officials consider 'unacceptable' — infant mortality.

"In 2021, nearly 10 out of 1,000 babies in Madison County died before their first birthday, surpassing the state infant mortality rate of 6.7 per 1,000 live births, according to Indiana Department of Health.

"In Indiana, perinatal risks, genetic anomalies and Sudden Unexpected Infant Death Syndrome (SUIDS) were mentioned among the leading causes of infant mortality, according to Indiana Department of Health."

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