UW News
Julia Bond
July 30, 2019
UW study: House move during early pregnancy linked to heightened premature birth risk
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Moving to a new residence during the first three months of pregnancy is linked to a heightened risk of premature birth and low birthweight, as well as a slightly higher risk of a smaller-than-expected-size baby, according to new research from the University of Washington published online today in the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health.