Why Kids Are Getting Their Periods Earlier and More Unpredictably Than Before, Study Reveals

These trends may contribute to the increase in adverse health outcomes and disparities in the U.S.

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People in the study who identified as Asian, non-Hispanic Black, or multiracial reported getting their first period at an earlier age compared to White participants. Dr. Zifan Wang, the lead researcher, noted that younger generations, from 1950 to 2005, are starting their first period earlier and that it takes longer for their periods to become regular, according to the findings.

Dr. Wang mentioned that this is important because starting periods early and having irregular ones can indicate potential health problems later in life, which need attention. He also emphasized that these changes might lead to more health issues and differences in the U.S. This highlights the significance of understanding and addressing these trends for public health purposes.

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