A low birthweight is usually defined as less than 2.5kg, and a reduction in birthweight by about 480g resulted in a 20 per cent increased risk of heart disease, the research found. Reuters
A low birthweight is usually defined as less than 2.5kg, and a reduction in birthweight by about 480g resulted in a 20 per cent increased risk of heart disease, the research found. Reuters

Health

Low birth weight gives clue to later heart disease

Birth weight could be a 'valuable tool' to help doctors assess risk of heart problems

Simon Rushton
Simon Rushton

August 27, 2023

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