2022 preterm birth rate in the US increased by 10% from 2011, revealing racial and economic disparities.
A recent study found that preterm birth rates in the U.S. increased by over 10% from 2011 to 2022, rising from 6.8% to 7.5%. The study analyzed over 5 million births and highlighted significant racial and economic disparities, with Black women on public insurance facing the highest rates. Contributing factors include diabetes, infections, and mental health issues, while protective measures like prenatal care declined. Improved pregnancy care and access to treatments are urgently needed.
September 27, 2024
15 Articles