Wilson A L
Department of Pediatrics, University of South Dakota School of Medicine, Sioux Falls.
S D J Med. 1992 Jan;45(1):13-20.
This annual report describes the continuing trend of a decreasing birth rate in South Dakota. Infant mortality data show that South Dakota's neonatal mortality rates continue to be below those of the nation and post neonatal mortality rates exceed those of the United States. A very high Native American post neonatal mortality rate persists. Low birth weight contributes to approximately three quarters of newborn deaths and has declined by approximately 1% over the past two and one half decades. Descriptions of preterm labor prevention programs are presented with an emphasis upon the need for education of pregnant women and communities about its risk factors and warning signs. A review of a variety of new programs that aim to improve maternal and child health in South Dakota is provided.
本年报描述了南达科他州出生率持续下降的趋势。婴儿死亡率数据显示，南达科他州的新生儿死亡率继续低于全国水平，而晚期新生儿死亡率则超过美国水平。美国原住民的晚期新生儿死亡率一直非常高。低出生体重导致约四分之三的新生儿死亡，在过去二十五年中下降了约1%。文中介绍了早产预防项目，重点强调了对孕妇和社区进行早产风险因素及警示信号教育的必要性。还对旨在改善南达科他州母婴健康的各种新项目进行了综述。
