Pregnant women with long commutes to work at increased risk for adverse birth outcomes

Researchers have found that pregnant women who commute long-distance to work have an increased risk of adverse birth outcomes, including having babies born at a low-birth weight. The study is the first to examine the impact of long-distance commuting during pregnancy on infant health.

Source: sciencedaily.com

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