Shrinking Height Of Poor Women Reflects Lack of Food, Health Care

Measuring height gives clues to the health of nations. Many aren't measuring up. A new study finds that in 14 African countries, women are shorter than in previous generations. Read More...

Read the complete post at http://www.npr.org/blogs/health/2011/04/26/135740094/shrinking-height-of-poor-women-reflects-lack-of-food-health-care?ft=1&f=103537970


Posted Apr 26 2011, 12:12 PM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health Blog