The sharp spike to 9.3 in 2020 and 9.4 in 2021 correlates with the COVID-19 pandemic, which heavily impacted Mexico due to healthcare strain and high mortality rates. By 2022, the rate decreased to 6.7, indicating partial recovery, though underlying healthcare system weaknesses remain a concern.
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