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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Paul Cargill

Genes linked to smoking in pregnancy identified

Researchers studied more than half a million people across the UK to understand the effects of smoking in pregnancy (PA) - (PA Media)

Researchers have identified a genetic link to smoking in pregnancy.

The study also showed men experience more long-lasting effects when their mother smokes while pregnant than women – including dying younger if they go on to smoke themselves.

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