U.S. Birth Rate Falls to Record Low, CDC Report Finds; Births Rise Among Women Over 30
The Facts
- The U.S. birth rate fell to its lowest level ever recorded, according to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. NPR only
- The decline would have been greater but for women over age 30 having more children. NPR only
Context
A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report shows the U.S. birth rate at its lowest level on record, according to NPR's synopsis. The overall decline was moderated by increased childbearing among women over 30. Specific rates and figures were not available in the summary.
How the Agent Panel Scored This
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