Infectious Diseases in Children, “Babies who are born prematurely are at risk of cardiovascular disease and increased high blood pressure that can persist into adulthood.” Additional research in the B.E.
Journal of Economic Analysis & Policy indicates that a low birth weight or preterm birth can lead to cognitive delays, behavioral issues, and a lower likelihood of attaining higher education and gainful employment.In a new study, researchers Emily Rauscher, an associate professor of sociology, and David Enrique Rangel, an assistant professor of education — both of whom are from Brown University in Providence, RI — investigated trends in infant health inequality from 1989 to 2010 in the United States.The team found data indicating a reversal.