Prevalence and risk factors of low birth weight in the United States: An analysis of 2016–2021 data
Dados Bibliográficos
| AUTOR(ES) | |
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| AFILIAÇÃO(ÕES) | Center for Nursing Research, College of Nursing East Tennessee State University Johnson City Tennessee USA, Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology, College of Public Health East Tennessee State University Johnson City Tennessee USA, Department of Health Promotion & Behavior Georgia State University School of Public Health Atlanta Georgia USA |
| ANO | Não informado |
| TIPO | Artigo |
| DOI | 10.1002/ajhb.24016 |
| ADICIONADO EM | 2025-08-18 |
Resumo
BackgroundLow birthweight (LBW), infants weighing less than 2,500 g, is a global health concern associated with high infant morbidity and mortality rates. This study investigates LBW prevalence and its relation to maternal sociodemographic characteristics and lifestyle behaviors factors in the United States (US).MethodsThis analysis used the National Survey of Children's Health (NSCH) data from 2016 to 2021, including n = 225,443 children aged 0–17 years. 18,131 had LBW (35. Children in poor health had the highest OR (2.87). Race/ethnicity and other disparities were observed.ConclusionOur study highlights LBW risk among non‐White mothers with specific criteria, emphasizing the need for continued exploration of intersectional targets for change that are exacerbating LBW disparities among marginalized populations which may be artificially attributed to biologic determinants and individual‐level risk factors. In‐depth analysis of repressive structures at the root of inequalities demand continued research on macro levels of influence. Customized healthcare reform holds the greatest potential to disrupt the patterns contributing to poor health outcomes among LBW children, and will ultimately maximize the reach and effectiveness of health promotion strategies and clinical practices aimed to improve universal maternal and infant health.