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Low Birth Weight Babies (Percent) – 2003 to 2007

Data Provided by: Kansas Action for Children

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2003	7.40%
2004	7.30%
2005	7.18%
2006	7.19%
2007	7.11%

Definitions: The percentage of live births that are low birth weight (under 2,500 grams or 5.5 pounds). Data are from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment and are based on Vital Statistics. The current rate represents the annual percentage for calendar year 2007. The trend represents the average annual percent change for calendar years 2003-2007.

Data Source: Kansas Department of Health and Environment

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Kansas Action for Children 720 SW Jackson, Suite 201
Topeka, KS 66603

785.232.0550
kac@kac.org
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The mission of Kansas Action for Children is to shape health, education and economic policy that improves the lives of Kansas children and their families.

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