Decomposing socioeconomic and educational inequalities in infant mortality in Sub-Saharan Africa: DHS insights linked to countdown to 2030 and agenda 2063

Decomposing socioeconomic and educational inequalities in infant mortality in Sub-Saharan Africa: DHS insights linked to countdown to 2030 and agenda 2063

Abstract Introduction Infant mortality, defined as the death of a baby within its first year of life, remains a critical public health issue, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Health equity is a fundamental right, yet significant disparities persist, with poorer populations experiencing disp...

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Main Authors: Rahel Mulatie Anteneh, Zekaryas Ewnetu Gashu, Lemlem Daniel Baffa, Desalegn Anmut Bitew, Chalachew Yenew, Kaleb Assegid Demissie, Bewuketu Terefe, Melak Jejaw, Alebachew Ferede Zegeye, Misganaw Guadie Tiruneh, Tadesse Tarik Tamir, Tadele Biresaw Belachew, Wubshet Debebe Negash, Elsa Awoke Fentie, Desale Bihonegn Asmamaw
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-07-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Subjects:
Infant mortality
Sustainable development goals
Wealth inequality
Sub-Saharan Africa
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-025-23683-3
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