Portugal’s National Statistics Institute (INE) reports a decrease in overall deaths for July, with 9,403 recorded – 487 fewer than in July of the previous year. Despite this decline, a concerning trend emerged with an increase in infant mortality. Specifically, 12 children under one year of age died during the month, exceeding the number recorded in the same period last year. This rise in infant deaths contrasts sharply with the overall downward trend in mortality. The INE data provides a mixed picture of mortality within Portugal during July, highlighting a need for further investigation into the factors contributing to the increase in infant fatalities. These statistics represent preliminary findings and will be subject to further analysis. The overall drop in deaths suggests continued improvements in healthcare for the general population.