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Describing the Increase in Preterm Births in the United States, 2014-2016

Joyce A Martin, Michelle J K Osterman

    NCHS Data Brief
    |July 26, 2018
    PubMed

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    Preterm birth, before 37 weeks gestation, poses significant health risks. Recent US data (2014-2016) show an increasing trend in preterm births after a prior decline.

    Area of Science:

    • Neonatal Health
    • Public Health Surveillance
    • Reproductive Epidemiology

    Background:

    • Preterm birth (before 37 weeks gestation) is linked to increased infant mortality and developmental issues.
    • US preterm birth rates increased until 2006, decreased from 2007-2014, and have recently begun rising again.
    • Understanding current trends is crucial for public health interventions.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe trends in total, early (<34 weeks), and late (34-36 weeks) preterm births.
    • To analyze these trends by plurality, maternal race/Hispanic origin, and state of residence.
    • To provide updated data for the 2014-2016 period.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of national birth data for the years 2014-2016.
    • Stratification of preterm birth rates by gestational age categories (early and late).
    • Examination of demographic factors (plurality, race/Hispanic origin) and geographic variations (state).

    Main Results:

    • The overall preterm birth rate showed an upward trend during 2014-2016.
    • Trends varied across different states and demographic subgroups.
    • Early preterm births (<34 weeks) and late preterm births (34-36 weeks) exhibited distinct patterns.

    Conclusions:

    • The recent resurgence in preterm birth rates warrants attention and further investigation.
    • Disparities in preterm birth exist across maternal demographics and geographic locations.
    • Continued monitoring and targeted strategies are necessary to address preterm birth trends.

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