How did Kerala achieve an Infant Mortality Rate better than US?
According to government data released in September, Kerala had an Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) of 5 deaths per 1,000 live births. This outpaces the national IMR of 25, as well as that of the US (5.6 deaths). Kerala's strong public health system, maternal and child health policies, and targeted government interventions through various schemes have contributed to this health milestone.