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Changes in Prenatal Care Utilization:United States, 2019-2021

Joyce A Martin, Michelle J K Osterman

    National Vital Statistics Reports : From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Health Statistics, National Vital Statistics System
    |May 30, 2023
    PubMed

    Insights

    This study examined prenatal care utilization in the US, analyzing changes before and during the COVID-19 pandemic based on birth month and maternal race/ethnicity.

    Area of Science:

    • Public Health
    • Epidemiology
    • Maternal Health

    Background:

    • The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted healthcare access and delivery.
    • Understanding changes in prenatal care is crucial for maternal and infant health outcomes.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe trends in prenatal care utilization in the United States.
    • To analyze these trends by month of birth and maternal race and Hispanic origin.
    • To compare utilization before and during the COVID-19 pandemic.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of national health data.
    • Examination of prenatal care utilization rates.
    • Stratification by month of birth and maternal demographics.

    Main Results:

    • The report details observed changes in prenatal care use.
    • Analysis includes variations across different months of birth.
    • Disparities in utilization by race and Hispanic origin are presented.

    Conclusions:

    • Findings highlight the pandemic's effect on prenatal care access.
    • Understanding demographic and temporal patterns is key for targeted interventions.
    • Ensuring equitable prenatal care remains a public health priority.

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