Tracking Reproductive Health in Vermont

Exposure to hazards in the physical environment — secondhand smoke, lead, mercury, air pollution, pesticides, and other toxins — may increase the likelihood of poor reproductive health outcomes. Other factors include risky behaviors, lack of access to prenatal care, smoking, alcohol and illegal drug use, poor nutrition, genetics, and pre-existing health issues.

Did you know?

In 2021 nearly 83% of pregnant people in Vermont received prenatal care during the first three months of pregnancy.

Prematurity — being born too early — is the leading cause of death in the first month of life.

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