Shifts in the Distribution of Births by Gestational Age
The National Vital Statistics System released this article describing a shift toward shorter gestational ages in the US from 2014–2022, during which the rate of preterm and early-term births rose by 12% and 20%, respectively. Learn more about the methods and potential implications of this study.
Martin JA, Osterman MJK. Natl Vital Stat Rep. 2024;73(1):1-11.