The U.S. Developmental Origins of Health and Disease (DOHaD) Society is excited to champion the launch of International Future Generations Day (IFGD) — a global movement dedicated to shaping healthier, more resilient societies by prioritizing early-life health. Despite growing awareness of healthy lifestyles, chronic diseases among children and adolescents in the U.S. continue to rise, with many families facing barriers to care. The DOHaD framework underscores how early-life experiences influence lifelong health, highlighting the importance of targeted interventions before and during pregnancy and in early childhood. The U.S. DOHaD Society is committed to advancing research and supporting the next generation of DOHaD scientists and clinicians who can transform scientific knowledge into meaningful change—both in the U.S. and globally. International Future Generations Day is a call to action, inspiring collaboration across disciplines to create a future where every child can thrive. Join us in celebrating the inaugural IFGD and help us continue to commemorate this important day for years to come!
About Future Generations Day
Learn more about the founding of this day from Dr. Kent Thornburg and the Moore Institute.