US scores D+ for preterm birth rates, says new report: ‘Falling further behind’
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The rate of preterm births remains alarmingly high in the U.S., according to the latest March of Dimes Report Card. The report also reveals infant and maternal mortality rates.
Every year, the March of Dimes assigns each U.S. state a preterm birth "grade," based on the share of babies born before 37 weeks' gestation. "American families can’t afford to wait any longer for maternal health to be a priority in this country." "The increase in maternal mortality is unacceptable and quite shocking for us as a country." Melissa Rudy is health editor and a member of the lifestyle team at Fox News Digital.
Overall, the U.S. received a D+ in 2022.
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