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Mothers who Were a Healthy Weight Before Pregnancy

County: Washtenaw
Measurement Period: 2017
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This indicator shows the percentage of women who gave birth who were a healthy weight before becoming pregnant, according to their Body Mass Index (BMI). The BMI is calculated by taking a person's weight and dividing it by their height squared in metric units (BMI = Weight (Kg)/[Height (m) ^ 2]). A BMI of 18.5 to 24.9 si considered healthy. 

Why is this important?

Overweight and obesity increases the risk of many diseases and health conditions for all adults. Before and during pregnancy, maternal overweight and obesity can lead to many complications for both the mother and the infant. Losing weight and maintaining a healthy weight before becoming pregnant may help to prevent and control these complications. 
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County: Washtenaw

47.5%
% of women
Source: Michigan Department of Community Health
Measurement period: 2017
Maintained by: Washtenaw County Health Department
Last update: July 2019
Filter(s) for this location: State: Michigan
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Compared to the MI Value (39.5%), Washtenaw has a value of 47.5% which is higher and better.
MI Value
(39.5%)
Compared to the prior value, Washtenaw (47.5%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (50.0%).
Prior Value
(50.0%)
Over time, the Washtenaw value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
Compared to the HP 2020 Target (57.8%), the target has not been met.
HP 2020 Target
(57.8%)
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (47.1%), the target has been met.
HP 2030 Target
(47.1%)

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Filed under: Health / Maternal, Fetal & Infant Health, Health / Weight Status, Health / Nutrition & Healthy Eating, Health Status, Adults, Women

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