15 million preterm births annually: what has changed this year?

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Each year, more than 1 in 10 of the world’s babies are born preterm, resulting in 15 million babies born too soon. World Prematurity Day, November 17, is a global effort to raise awareness about prematurity. This past year, there has been increased awareness of t...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Kinney Mary V, Lawn Joy E, Howson Christopher P, Belizan José
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-11-01
Series:Reproductive Health
Online Access:http://www.reproductive-health-journal.com/content/9/1/28