According to Findings from the CARDIA Study, Participants Who Were

question 150

Short Answer

According to findings from the CARDIA study, participants who were least fit at the first assessment were _____ times more likely to have diabetes and high blood pressure in middle age.

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Definitions:

Gestational Age

The age of an embryo or fetus from the first day of the mother's last menstrual period, used to determine expected delivery date.

Preterm

Referring to a baby born before 37 weeks of pregnancy have been completed, also known as premature birth.

Slow Growth

A rate of biological or economic development that is lower than expected or desired.

Low Birth Weight

Describes infants born with a weight of less than 2,500 grams (5.5 pounds), which can be indicative of health issues or premature birth.