The document announces a community conversation to gather input on Michigan's Infant Mortality Reduction Plan. Michigan has a high infant mortality rate that exceeds the national average, with approximately seven infants dying per 1000 live births. Governor Snyder has made reducing infant mortality a top priority. Dr. Renée Branch Canady, the Ingham County Health Officer, believes high infant mortality rates indicate issues within the community are impacting health and called on residents to help shape the reduction plan at a meeting on November 7th at the Hannah Community Center in East Lansing.