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November 2016 Is Prematurity Awareness MonthWHITE PLAINS, N.Y., Oct. 26, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- To honor the 380,000 babies born prematurely each year in the United States and their families, prominent buildings and landmarks nationwide, including the Empire State Building in New York City, will be bathed in purple lights for Prematurity Awareness Month in November. Prematurity Awareness Month is being supported by Ally Brooke Hernandez, singer and member of Fifth Harmony, who was born three months premature herself; Chef Jacques Torres, who will host a fundraising event as part of Light BKLYN Purple in New York City; and Kelsey Nixon, Celebrity Chef from the Cooking Channel and contributor to The Rachael Ray Show. Premature birth (before 37 weeks of pregnancy) is the #1 killer of babies in the U.S., and the leading cause of death of children under age 5 around the world. Babies who survive an early birth often face serious and lifelong health problems, including breathing problems, jaundice, vision loss, cerebral palsy and intellectual delays. Prematurity Awareness Month lightings include State Capitol buildings in Alabama, Pennsylvania, and Tennessee, as well as:
Other Prematurity Awareness Month events include:
The March of Dimes is the leading nonprofit organization for pregnancy and baby health. Launched in fall 2016, our Give them tomorrow campaign unites the efforts of the March of Dimes, corporations, organizations, and individuals to raise awareness and fund the fight against premature birth. Do something today: send a card to a family with a sick or premature baby in newborn intensive care, join a social movement by sharing #babysfirst, and observe World Prematurity Day on Nov. 17. Give them tomorrow is supported by generous corporate partners including Mud Pie, Philips Avent, Famous Footwear, Alex and Ani, Aldi, Bon-Ton, and Anthem. You can also find us on Facebook or follow us on Instagram and Twitter. Logo - http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20150409/197662LOGO
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