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What two factors have contributed to the U.S. reaching its lowest teen pregnancy and birth rates in years.

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Decreases in teen pregnancy rates are partially due to lower rates of sexual activity among young women. Also, more of those who are sexually active appear to be using birth control than in previous years. Several federal programs have made reducing teen pregnancy a high priority.
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