The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that both the number of births and the general fertility rate in the United States declined by 1% from 2024 to 2025, according to data published in the April Vital Statistics Rapid Release report. The Vital Statistics Rapid Release is a CDC publication that tracks demographic trends including birth and fertility rates. This continuing decline extends a longer-term trend in American fertility patterns. The data provides important indicators for understanding population dynamics, workforce planning, and social policy needs in the United States.
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