A study published in JAMA Network found that states with strict abortion bans saw a 1.7% rise in births and a nearly 6% increase in infant mortality, with deaths disproportionately affecting vulnerable populations. Researchers linked the spike to higher rates of congenital anomalies and other health complications, emphasizing the need for stronger child and family support systems to mitigate the impact of forced pregnancies. Originally published in theBump.

Suzanne Bell is quoted.