What is Prematurity?

With the advancement of medicine and prenatal care, prematurity is declining in the United States.

In 2006, the pre-term birth rate was 12.8 percent, and in 2013 it dropped to 11.4.

Even with these advancements, 1 in 9 babies are born prematurely in the U.S. each year.

Tony Soliman, M.D is here to discuss prenatal care and prematurity, the risk factors and possible prevention.