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  • Neonatal Health
  • Public Health Interventions

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  • Preterm birth (PTB) is a major global cause of infant mortality and neurodevelopmental issues.
  • Existing PTB prevention programs and prenatal care clinics aim to reduce PTB rates.
  • Interventions target primary prevention for all pregnant women and secondary prevention for high-risk individuals.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the effectiveness of preterm birth prevention programs.
  • To identify successful strategies and areas for improvement in PTB prevention.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive literature search of Medline and ClinicalTrials.gov (1982-2018).
  • Inclusion of randomized trials, quasi-experimental trials, and cohort studies.
  • Supplemental Google searches for online PTB prevention programs and clinics.

Main Results:

  • Some PTB prevention programs have reported success in reducing PTB rates, primarily when compared to historical controls.
  • The majority of reviewed programs did not demonstrate sustained improvements in overall outcomes.
  • Evidence for the effectiveness of PTB prevention programs remains mixed.

Conclusions:

  • Enhanced education and social media utilization can improve the effectiveness of future PTB prevention programs.
  • Development and implementation of regional and national PTB prevention strategies are recommended.
  • Continued research and program evaluation are crucial for reducing preterm birth globally.