Low Birth Weight
Low birth weight is defined as birth weight below 2,500 grams by the World Health Organization. More than 19 million newborns had low birth weight in 2020 according to a systematic prevalence analysis. Low-birth-weight infants face increas…
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Low birth weight is defined as birth weight below 2,500 grams by the World Health Organization. More than 19 million newborns had low birth weight in 2020 according to a systematic prevalence analysis. Low-birth-weight infants face increased risks of disability and later chronic conditions. Premature birth and low birth weight are identified as major contributors to neonatal and infant mortality levels.