Poor children are as healthy as those at higher socioeconomic status levels and are likely to be just as healthy in adulthood.

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Research has shown that there are significant health disparities between children from low socioeconomic backgrounds and those from higher SES levels. Children from low SES levels are more likely to suffer from chronic illnesses such as asthma, obesity, and developmental delays. These health disparities can carry over into adulthood, potentially leading to a lower life expectancy.

Poor Children Are as Healthy as Those at Higher Socioeconomic