Early Childhood Conditions That Lead To Adult Health Disparities Identified

Thursday, June 4, 2009 - 22:35 in Health & Medicine

The origins of many adult diseases can be traced to early negative experiences associated with social class and other markers of disadvantage. Confronting the causes of adversity before and shortly after birth may be a promising way to improve adult health and reduce premature deaths, researchers argue.

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