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    Fetal and Infant Mortality Review (FIMR) is a community-driven process refined over decades. This review examines FIMR implementation in Healthy Start programs, offering insights for maternal and child health (MCH) professionals.

    Area of Science:

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    • Maternal and Child Health
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    Background:

    • Fetal and Infant Mortality Review (FIMR) has evolved since the 1980s as a local, community-driven methodology.
    • The National Fetal and Infant Mortality Review (NFIMR) Program supports state and local FIMR implementation.
    • This issue features articles examining FIMR implementation within original federal Healthy Start programs.

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    • Findings are relevant to the broader Maternal and Child Health (MCH) community.
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