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Low Birthweight
Babies born with a weight of under 2500 grams are described as having a low birthweight (LBW). Throughout the world, the proportion of LBW births is recognized as an important indicator of the health and well-being of a population since there is a close relationship between low birthweight and perinatal and infant mortality. Low birthweight is associated with preterm birth or babies that are small for their gestational age.
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