Can you guess the U.S. preterm birth rate?

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Put your knowledge to the test in honor of Prematurity Awareness Month.

Preterm birth and its complications are the largest contributors to infant death in the United States and internationally. How does the U.S. stack up?

What is the rate of preterm birth in the United States?

7.8%
9.8%
12.6%
3.8%

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