- Pediatric health in the US has significantly declined since 2007.
- Child mortality rates are higher compared to 18 high-income countries.
- Major depression among children has increased threefold.
- Chronic conditions have risen, notably obesity and mental health issues.
- Leading causes of infant mortality include prematurity and sudden death.
- Reports of emotional symptoms like loneliness are on the rise.
- Findings remain consistent across multiple datasets.
Source: JAMA