Can Early-Life exposures shape lifelong health? a 1000-Family study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT04417283
First seen Aug 05, 2026 · Last updated Aug 06, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study follows 1,000 pregnant women and their babies to understand how pregnancy and early-life exposures affect long-term health, school performance, and use of state services. Researchers will collect biological samples and health data from mothers and infants. The goal is to identify factors that may influence the health of mothers and babies, both in the short and long term.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- This study could help identify factors that influence the long-term health of mothers and babies, potentially guiding future prevention strategies.
- What could go wrong
- As an observational study, it cannot prove cause and effect. Results may take years to emerge and may not apply to broader populations.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Duke affiliated ObGyn clinics within Duke Health
Durham, North Carolina, 27710, United States
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