SHIP Teen Birth Rate 2010-2021

This is historical data. The update frequency has been set to "Static Data" and is here for historic value. Updated on 8/14/2024 Teen Birth Rate - This indicator shows the rate of births to teens ages 15-19 years (per 1,000 population). Teen pregnancy is linked to a host of social problems such as poverty, lack of overall child well-being, out-of-wedlock births, lack of responsible fatherhood, health issues, school failure, child abuse and neglect and at-risk behaviors. <a href ="https://health.maryland.gov/pophealth/Documents/SHIP/SHIP%20Lite%20Data%20Details/Teen%20Birth%20Rate.pdf" > Link to Data Details </a>

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  "Health and Human Services"
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