Prematurity Affects Too Many Families in Harris County

Prematurity Affects Too Many Families in Harris County

November is Prematurity Awareness Month HOUSTON – Premature birth is a global concern affecting millions of families each year. November is Prematurity Awareness Month—a necessary time to raise awareness of the maternal and infant health crisis of preterm birth. This month also marks World Prematurity Day, observed on November 17. HCPH will continue to raise awareness about this critical issue affecting families across Harris County. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that in […]

Prematurity Affects Too Many Families in Harris County

November is Prematurity Awareness Month HOUSTON – Premature birth is a global concern affecting millions of families each year. November is Prematurity Awareness Month—an important time to raise awareness of the maternal and infant health crisis of preterm birth and lifesaving donations. This month also marks World Prematurity Day, observed on November 17. Harris County Public Health (HCPH) is joining the efforts by raising awareness about this critical issue affecting families across Harris County. The Centers […]