Annual Summary of Vital Statistics—2002

December 1, 2003PEDIATRICS

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The aim is to summarize vital statistics related to births, fertility, and mortality for the year 2002.
Analysis of birth and mortality data for the year 2002.
Comparison of trends over time and across demographic groups.
Examination of cesarean sections, infant mortality rates, and prenatal care usage.
Crude birth rate dropped to 13.9 per 1000 population, the lowest reported.
Infant mortality rate was 6.9 per 1000 live births, reflecting ongoing racial disparities.
Cesarean section rates increased to 26.1%, showing a marked rise over the years.

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Annual summary reports declining birth rates and mortality statistics in the United States, indicating public health improvements and challenges.

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Arias et al. (2003) studied this question.

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