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Teen Birth Rate: Number of births in NC per 1,000 population (Total) to females aged 15-19
Current Value
14.8
Definition
Story Behind the Curve
Since 2015, total rates of teen pregnancy in North Carolina have dropped from 23.5% to 14.8% in 2023.
Health Equity/Disparity Comparison Data
Indicator Notes
Definition:
Number of births per 10,000 population females aged 15-19 years.
Why is this indicator important?
The health and social consequences of unintended pregnancy are greater for teenage mothers and their children. "Having a child during one’s teenage years is associated with social, health, and financial burdens to the teen parents, their families, and their communities."[HNC2030]
For Further Information:
https://www.cdc.gov/reproductive-health/teen-pregnancy/
https://odphp.health.gov/healthypeople/priority-areas/social-determinants-health (Healthy People 2030)
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