Obesity can cause serious pregnancy-related medical complications such as hypertension and diabetes that contribute to prematurity and increase the likelihood of Cesarean birth.
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In Delaware in 2022, 39.3% of women ages 18-44 were obese.
Notes: The following states did not conduct BRFSS surveillance every year and are not included in U.S. rates for the respective years: AK(1990), AR(1990,1992), DC(1995), KS(1990,1991), HI(2004), NV(1990,1991), NJ(1990), WY(1990-1993). Obesity is defined as a Body Mass Index of 30 or more. Body Mass Index (BMI) is a number calculated from a person's weight and height. Percent reported is among women ages 18-44.
Sources: Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Retrieved December 12, 2024, from www.marchofdimes.org/peristats.
In Delaware in 2022, 39.3% of women ages 18-44 were obese.