Short Definition: % of births in Rhode Island geography in the calendar year that had low birthweight ( < 5 pounds, 8 ounces)

Long Definition:

The percent of births in Rhode Island geography in the calendar year that had low birthweight (weight at time of birth was less than 5 pounds, 8 ounces). 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

Purpose:

Limitations:

Universe: Live births with reported birth weight

Tags: Health

Related Reports:

• Births and Maternal Risk Factors by City or Town

Related Datastories: No related datastories.