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IM is the death of an infant before his or her first birthday. Infant mortality rate (IMR) is regarded as an indicator of overall population health. AA infants are more likely to be born with low birth weight or preterm. AA women are less likely to receive prenatal care during the first trimester and less likely to breast feed.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>In this study, conducted in Indiana county with a high (IMR), we implanted a community-based educational program centered on the life course perspective model. The program provided educational information aimed at addressing health-promoting behaviors in the community. Four education modules covering breastfeeding, nutrition, safe sleep, and smoking cessation were delivered to AA community members over a 32-week period in 2021\u20132022.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Pre- and post-test evaluations revealed a significant increase in knowledge on breastfeeding, nutrition, safe sleep, and smoking cessation among participants, affirming the program\u2019s effectiveness.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Discussion:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Future programming efforts should expand the program\u2019s reach, address care barriers, and explore long-term behavior changes. 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