9780243332021: Infant Mortality

Synopsis

This book examines infant mortality in the city of Akron, Ohio in the year 1914. The study includes a detailed analysis of the economic, social, and civic conditions that may have influenced the city's infant mortality rate, providing an in-depth look at the challenges faced by infants and their families during this period. The author uses data collected from a house-to-house canvass to supplement birth and death records, revealing the living conditions, sanitation, and access to healthcare for infants in Akron. The book also explores the impact of factors such as the nativity of the mother, the type of feeding the infant received, and the occupation of the father on infant mortality. The analysis provides valuable insights into the factors that contributed to infant mortality in the early 20th century and highlights the importance of public health measures and social support in improving infant health outcomes.

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