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The number of premature births is still on the rise

The rate has increased over the last few decades, and now stands at over 10% of births.

Rubén Caballero
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Neonatal doctors attribute the increase to a greater number of artificial inseminations and to social changes that affect mothers, such as delaying their first pregnancy. The Association for Premature Children in Extremadura asks that all hospitals provide psychological support to parents in this situation.