http://www.nytimes.com/2008/05/28/health/research/28birth.html?_r=1
Premature single births have been increasing in the United States, mostly among infants delivered by Caesarean section, researchers are reporting. And they say some of the increase may be due to Caesareans that are not medically necessary.
The trend is worrisome because premature babies are at risk for breathing and feeding disorders, delayed brain development, other health problems and death.
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