The world has learned much in recent years about the harmful health effects of climate change, such as heat-related deaths, respiratory and heart problems caused by air pollution, and emotional disorders that result from the consequences of extreme weather. Now researchers have found that it poses a surprising new danger: low birth weight.
Climate Change And Extreme Weather Linked To Low Birth Weight
Marlene Cimons -- Guest Contributor, Think Progress
Tue, 10/06/2015 - 5:00am
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