According to the 2016 March of Dimes annual report, Montana’s premature birth rate dropped from 10.1 percent in 2010 to 8.4 percent in 2015. The national average is 9.6 percent. (March of Dimes graphic)
June 21, 2017
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June 21, 2017 8:47 p.m.
Montana recognized for decline in early births
Montana has gained national attention for reducing its rate of babies who are born before they’re due, meaning they have a better chance of a healthy life.