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November is Prematurity Awareness Month!
Did you know that one in every seven babies born in Texas is premature?   Babies born premature can have life-long, serious health consequences.  Not only does premature birth take a large toll on babies and their parents, but hospital costs to care for babies born premature average over $20 billion dollars each year.  Help March of Dimes raise awareness of the crisis of preterm birth.


To learn more about how you can be involved, visit www.marchofdimes.com/fightforpreemies or click the link below.

2009 Prematurity Awareness Month Events
Prematurity Awareness Email

Partnering with the March of Dimes is as good for business as it is for babies.

How does your state rank in newborn screening tests?

Participate in online discussions about premature babies, start a blog, or just meet other NICU families.

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