Study will Explore Air Pollution ’s Impact on the Developing Fetus

New research will seek to understand the biological mechanisms that are triggered by exposure to air pollution during pregnancy and lead to lower birth weight in newborns, placing them at greater risk for chronic conditions such as coronary heart disease and hypertension later in life. The research will be conducted in Beijing by an international team of researchers.
Source: University of Rochester Medical Center Press Releases - Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Source Type: news