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An Intersectional Evaluation

The in utero environment is affected by more than just prenatal nutrition, rather, it depends on the overall health of the mother. Health is defined by a wide range physiological and genetic conditions, and some scientists claim these too are not immune to the impacts of social inequities. While race is widely considered to be a social construct, some researchers argue that the effects of racism and systemic oppression have transformed this label into something more tangible. Different racial groups confer unique advantages and disadvantages depending on the context with which they are analyzed. Inequalities experienced by communities have the potential to be passed down through generations, creating a positive feedback loop that results in poorer health outcomes. Those subjected to racism are more vulnerable to hypertension, diabetes, and stroke, all of which negatively impact the in utero environment and, therefore, future health of offspring. These all pose health risks to the mother and fetus, evident by variations in birth-weight discussed above.