In the 1500s, London experienced high infant mortality rates, with estimates suggesting that around 30% to 50% of infants did not survive past their first year. Contributing factors included poor sanitation, limited medical knowledge, and widespread diseases such as plague and smallpox. The lack of clean water and inadequate nutrition further exacerbated the situation, leading to a challenging environment for newborns and young children. Overall, the high infant mortality reflected the harsh living conditions of the time.
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