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In 1980, the infant mortality rate, meaning the number of babies who died before they were one year old was 82 per 1000 live births. Progress around better nutrition for mothers, immunization programs, etc. has meant that the infant mortality rate has dropped dramatically. In 1997, how many babies died (per 100 live births) before they were one year old? | ||
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57 deaths per 1000 live births | ||
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ANSWER: According to The State of the World's Children 1999 by UNICEF, the infant mortality rate has been reduced to 57 deaths per 1000 live births. And while it is wonderful to note the progress that has been made, it is necessary to note the hard work which is still ahead. | ||
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