Relevant Population Characteristics
Higher risks of preterm birth are found among persons who are:
[[br]]- of Black/African American or Pacific Islander race
[[br]]- older than 35 years of age
[[br]]- of lower education levels (high school diploma or less)
[[br]]- unmarried
[[br]]- underweight or obese prior to pregnancy
[[br]]- lacking any prenatal careRelated Relevant Population Characteristics Indicators: