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  5. Is the Impact of Health Shocks Cushioned by Socioeconomic Status? The Case of Low Birthweight

Is the Impact of Health Shocks Cushioned by Socioeconomic Status? The Case of Low Birthweight

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Currie, Janet, and Rosemary Hyson. 1999. "Is the Impact of Health Shocks Cushioned by Socioeconomic Status? The Case of Low Birthweight." American Economic Review, 89 (2): 245-250. DOI: 10.1257/aer.89.2.245

JEL Classification

  • J13 Fertility; Family Planning; Child Care; Children; Youth
  • I12 Health Production