Babies born to anaemic mothers have smaller brains, study finds

Babies born to anaemic mothers have smaller brains, particularly in regions linked to movement, learning, and emotions. This finding suggests a potential long-term impact on a child's cognitive abilities. The study detected these differences as early as age one, which may indicate that anaemia during pregnancy has a lasting effect on brain development.

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A study has found that babies born to anaemic mothers have smaller brains, which may lead to cognitive problems. This research has significant implications for public health and maternal care.

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