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Long-term study tracks health of premature babies

The PostThe PressRNZFriday 29 August 2025 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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A groundbreaking study has followed the health of premature babies over several decades. One participant, Rosie Peck, was born at 26 weeks and weighed 750 grams. The research indicates that most individuals from the study are living healthy and productive lives.

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First reported by The Post, Fri 29 Aug 2025, 12:00am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 5 hours
  1. The PostThe Post via The Press

    The impact of being born too early, almost 40 years later (opens in new tab)

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  2. RNZRNZ

    Study that followed premature babies from birth finds most living healthy, productive lives (opens in new tab)