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Definition
Live births weighing less than 1,500 grams (3.4 pounds). The data reflect the mother’s place of residence, not the place where the birth occurred. Births of unknown weight are not included in these calculations.
Data Source
PRB analysis of data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Health Statistics microdata files.
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Last Updated
April 2024