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Jessica Hevener
3rd Place
Science, Engineering & Math, 2022
With the use of UC Davis Library databases and resources, I developed a comprehensive discussion of the maternal obesity epidemic.
Jessica Hevener
Impact of Maternal Obesity on Maternal and Offspring Health
Research paper written for HDE117/Ent117: Longevity
Project Description
Hevener’s literature review discusses the adverse health effects of maternal obesity on mothers and fetuses during pregnancy and later life. She identifies the connections between obesity and multiple health issues, including cardiovascular and respiratory disorders, diabetes and cancer. Hevener concludes with a call to action focused on obesity prevention, rather than individual weight loss during pregnancy.
In Their Own Words
Read Jessica’s reflective essay from their Lang Prize application.