Post-2000, the decline gained momentum, with the rate reaching 84.2 by 2010 and 68.5 by 2022. Contributing factors include increased immunization rates, maternal health initiatives, and expanded healthcare programs. However, challenges such as poverty, healthcare inequality, and disease outbreaks continue to impact progress.
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