Malnutrition Early in Life Sets Stage for Poor Growth and Death
Babies who experience malnutrition may also experience worse cognitive development and have higher chances of death.
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Give to UCSFBabies who experience malnutrition may also experience worse cognitive development and have higher chances of death.
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