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policyforresults.org

1.   What Results Do You Want? Children born as a result of unintended pregnancies run higher risks of low birth-weight and preterm birth, both of which increase the likelihood of infant mortality.  For teens, becoming a parent is a leading reason for dropping out of high school. Teen childbearing in the United States costs taxpayers at least $10.9 billion (2008) due to expenditures associated with negative consequences for the children of teens.[1] See more information on priorities and indicat

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Tags: Children's Health, Teen Health, Exercise and Fitness, Running, Pregnancy, Childbirth, Mortality

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