Comparing Infant Mortality Rates
New York University Professor Perri Klass explained how infant mortality rate is measured and compared the rate in the United States to other developed nations. She also discussed the racial disparity in infant mortality rates in the United States.
Description
New York University Professor Perri Klass explained how infant mortality rate is measured and compared the rate in the United States to other developed nations. She also discussed the racial disparity in infant mortality rates in the United States.
Bell Ringer Assignment
- How is the infant mortality rate measured?
- How does the infant mortality rate in the United States compare to other wealthy countries?
- According to Dr. Klass, what factors contribute to higher infant mortality rates in the United States?
- Describe the racial disparities relating to infant mortality and paternal mortality in the United States.
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Vocabulary
- Disparity
- Infant Mortality Rate
- National Health System
- Paternal Mortality
- Primary Care