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Recent Examples of prematurity
In addition to impacts of untreated depression on the mother, developing children are also at greater risk for prematurity and low birth weight, and higher rates of impulsivity, socialization issues, and cognitive, behavioral and emotional difficulties.
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Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 14 May 2026
In 2024, for example, more than 700 newborns died from spontaneous bleeding in their brains, which could have been complicated by liver disease or prematurity.
—Lee Hutchinson, ArsTechnica, 6 May 2026
Necrotizing enterocolitis, or NEC, is a devastating complication of prematurity that weighs heavily on our minds.
—Alexander Crider, Chicago Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
While the data show overall birth outcomes improving — declining rates of prematurity, low birth weight, and infant mortality — disparities are still prevalent, particularly for Black women.
—Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026
It's now known as retinopathy of prematurity.
—Gabriela Saldivia, Scientific American, 3 Dec. 2025
In fact, prematurity is the leading cause of infant mortality.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 26 Sep. 2025
Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 14 May 2026
In 2024, for example, more than 700 newborns died from spontaneous bleeding in their brains, which could have been complicated by liver disease or prematurity.
—Lee Hutchinson, ArsTechnica, 6 May 2026
Necrotizing enterocolitis, or NEC, is a devastating complication of prematurity that weighs heavily on our minds.
—Alexander Crider, Chicago Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
While the data show overall birth outcomes improving — declining rates of prematurity, low birth weight, and infant mortality — disparities are still prevalent, particularly for Black women.
—Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026
It's now known as retinopathy of prematurity.
—Gabriela Saldivia, Scientific American, 3 Dec. 2025
In fact, prematurity is the leading cause of infant mortality.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 26 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prematurity
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Russian telegram channel Astra — labeled a foreign agent by authorities — injected a note of skepticism, pointing out that Putin has spoken about the nuclear-capable missile’s imminent readiness at least 10 times since 2021.—
Zahra Ullah,
CNN Money,
13 May 2026
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Coordinating it all is the National Emerging Special Pathogens Training and Education Center (NETEC), which sets the clinical standards, runs the training, and keeps the network in a constant state of readiness.—
Craig Spencer,
STAT,
13 May 2026
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In recent years, BMW has shown a willingness to put its Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este concepts, like the Skytop roadster and Speedtop shooting brake, into production, but there appear to be no plans to do the same with the Vision BMW Alpina as of now.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
15 May 2026
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Researchers note that more study is needed to fully understand the role cannabis may play in menopause symptom management, but the numbers highlight a growing willingness among women to experiment with different approaches to feeling better.—
Aisha Alves,
Rolling Stone,
15 May 2026
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Certain information has been provided by and/or is based on third party sources and, although such information is believed to be reliable, no representation is made with respect to the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of such information.—
Katie Stockton,
CNBC,
11 May 2026
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Showrunner, writer and executive producer Jonathan Glatzer, executive producer Gina Mingacci and actors Billy Magnussen and Simon Helberg opened up about the timeliness of the drama.—
Emily Longeretta,
Variety,
11 May 2026
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Second-round pick Lee Hunter, a versatile defensive lineman, stood out in individual drills with his quickness.—
Mike Kaye
Updated May 14,
Charlotte Observer,
14 May 2026
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Flemings has speed, short-area quickness, and explosive bounce.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
13 May 2026
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“Prematurity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prematurity. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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