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  • Sociology
  • Reproductive Health

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  • Preterm birth (PTB) disproportionately impacts minoritized women and those in poverty.
  • Societal norms and policies create disadvantages and limit resource access, contributing to health disparities.
  • Understanding the social context is vital for PTB prevention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the role of social determinants in preterm birth.
  • To emphasize the importance of incorporating lived experiences into PTB research.
  • To identify pathways for developing feasible and acceptable PTB interventions.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative research incorporating the experiences of women affected by PTB.
  • Analysis of societal factors influencing health outcomes.
  • Community-engaged research approaches.

Main Results:

  • Social and economic disadvantages are key drivers of PTB disparities.
  • Women's knowledge is essential for designing relevant and effective interventions.
  • Context-specific approaches are necessary for PTB prevention.

Conclusions:

  • Effective PTB prevention requires addressing root social causes.
  • Community-centered research enhances intervention relevance and success.
  • Integrating social context and lived experiences is critical for reducing PTB rates.