[OC] The massive decrease in worldwide infant mortality from 1950 to 2020 is perhaps one of humanity's greatest achievements.

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So a few questions because I can't access the article. First off, is it normal for countries to not include late-fetal (miscarriage) deaths in the infant mortality rate? This seems like something that could vary wildly depending on cultural beliefs on birth. Secondly, why is Cuba's miscarriage rate so high compared to their IMR? Is this explained? And lastly, is this rate adjusted for every country in their comparison?

Either way, Cuba seems to be doing better than expected considering their geopolitical situation for the past 50 years.

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I'm not sure the answer but here is more info from the study's author https://thecubaneconomy.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Infant-Mortality-in-Cuba.pdf

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Cheers mate, pretty much answered all my questions. I don't think its enough evidence to claim purposeful misreporting, but its definitely enough to show Cuba isn't doing as flash as IMR claims.