The infant mortality rate was 2.8 deaths per 1,000 live births in the 2022-2024 triennium. During the same period, there were 55 maternal deaths. According to data released this Wednesday, March 11, by the Directorate-General of Health (DGS) in the 2022-2024 Fetal and Infant Mortality Report, fetal mortality stood at 4.0 deaths per 1,000 births. A DGS statement indicates a slight upward trend in fetal mortality in 2024. That year, infant mortality from preventable causes rose to 2.3 deaths per 1,000 live births, mainly due to perinatal conditions, congenital circulatory system anomalies, and pneumonia. The DGS notes that Portugal's rate of 2.8 deaths per 1,000 live births outperforms the EU average of 3.3. The maternal mortality ratio was 13.1 deaths per 100,000 live births. 61.8% of these deaths occurred in women aged 35 or older, highlighting age-related risks. The DGS emphasizes the need for integrated prevention strategies and anticipates improvements in 2025.