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A review of low birth weight: predictors, precursors and morbidity outcomes

Joan R Ashdown-Lambert, PhD

Collaborative Research Solutions Ltd, Denbighshire, Wales, researchsolutions{at}lycosmax.co.uk

This paper reviews the global evidence concerning infant low birth weight (LBW) (2.500kg and below) in relation to suggested causative factors, such as undernutrition, stress, smoking, drug abuse and deprived living environments. In addition, health promotion strategies in place to reduce LBW incidence in both developed and underdeveloped countries are reviewed.

The paper also focuses on the high incidence of LBW in the UK in comparison to other European and developed countries. Predictors of LBW are then considered comparing findings of a study conducted in the UK with findings in underdeveloped countries. In addition, LBW risk is discussed in the context of vulnerability factors, such as teen pregnancy, child abuse and domestic violence.

In conclusion, the author argues for a health promotion policy in the UK to reduce incidence of LBW in areas of deprivation and suggests that the improvement of maternal health is key in improving the health of today’s infants and children who will one day become the adults of tomorrow.

Key Words: Deprivation • drug abuse • low birth weight • undernutrition • smoking • stress

The Journal of the Royal Society for the Promotion of Health, Vol. 125, No. 2, 76-83 (2005)
DOI: 10.1177/146642400512500211
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