CDC Reports Largest Increase in U.S. Infant Mortality Rate in Two Decades
The United States is seeing an increase in infant deaths. That’s the headline from a new report from the CDC. It says there’s been a year to year increase in the infant mortality rate—the first in about 20 years. The report caused concern at the CDC. They’re worried that the back to back increase might […]
Comparing the Health of Children in Japan and America
Story Highlights Japanese children are recognized as among the healthiest in the world, while American children compare poorly, despite the U.S. spending more than any other country on health care. Japan’s vaccine policy is non-compulsory, with vaccines considered either “routine” or “voluntary” but never forced. High rates of adverse events following MMR and HPV vaccinations […]