Surge in Infant Deaths in US Following Roe Overturn in 2022
- A study conducted by researchers from the Ohio State University revealed an increase in infant mortality in the months following significant abortion law changes in the U.S.
- From October 2022 to April 2023, around 247 more infant deaths occurred monthly than expected, with mortality rates among infants with congenital anomalies rising by 10% during this period.
- These findings suggest that restrictive abortion laws may adversely impact infant health outcomes, leading to tragic consequences for families affected.
Research conducted by the Ohio State University has highlighted alarming trends in infant mortality rates in the United States after Roe v. Wade was overturned. Over an 18-month period following the Supreme Court's decision, data indicated a significant increase in infant deaths, specifically by approximately 247 more fatalities per month than projected. This rise was notably severe in October 2022, March 2023, and April 2023, correlating with the implementation of near-total abortion bans in multiple states. The study also found that infants with congenital anomalies faced a 10% increase in mortality rates, with around 210 more deaths monthly during this timeframe. These conditions, often detectable before birth, typically lead families to consider the option of termination, especially when they may result in non-viable births. However, the absence of abortion access places enormous psychological and health burdens on parents. The data collected indicates a trend of persistently high infant mortality rates without any significant decrease. Previous studies have further corroborated these findings, showing a rise of similar magnitude in areas with strict abortion laws. This suggests that these regulations may not only affect maternal choices but also jeopardize the health and survival of infants. Critically, anecdotes have emerged from across the country highlighting the deadly consequences of these abortion bans. Reports of women being denied necessary medical procedures due to restrictive laws further underline the urgent need for policymakers to address the negative outcomes tied to such legislation.