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As Ukraine fights off Russia’s invasion, some regions see a rise in premature births
Ukraine is experiencing a rise in premature births, particularly in regions near the front lines of the war with Russia. Preterm birth rates in areas like Kherson and Zaporizhzhia have nearly doubled since the 2022 invasion, linked to war-related stress and displacement.
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