Environmental conditions in the womb, including nutrition, oxygen level, and maternal stress hormones, as well as living conditions shortly after birth, influence health over the person's life course through modifying gene expression.

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This statement is true. Environmental conditions in the womb and after birth can affect gene expression, which can have long-term effects on an individual's health throughout their life.

Environmental Conditions in the Womb, Including Nutrition, Oxygen Level, and Maternal