Short Definition: # of premature births in Rhode Island geography in the calendar year (premature = <37 weeks of gestation)

Long Definition:

Number of premature births in Rhode Island geography in the calendar year (premature is defined as born at less than 37 weeks of gestation). Data are reported by place of mother's residence, not place of infant's birth.

Data are from KIDSNET Newborn Level 1 Information Table and exclude deceased infants.

Agency Source: Health

Time Period(s):

Calendar Year

2007,  2008,  2009,  2010,  2011

Geographies: RI Municipalities

Data Type: Numeric

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Tags: Health

Related Reports:

• Births and Maternal Risk Factors by City or Town

Related Datastories: No related datastories.