Jacksonville's infant mortality crisis: Why are Black babies dying at alarming rates, and why did city funding to combat this get cut to zero? This episode uncovers the devastating reality of Duval County's high infant mortality rate, especially among Black families, and explores how defunding critical programs jeopardizes the lives of vulnerable newborns. Hear from health leaders and community advocates fighting to overcome systemic barriers, from poverty and lack of access to prenatal care to immigration fears and Medicaid cuts, as they race against time to give every baby a fighting chance.
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