Category: Environmental health
Prenatal air pollution linked to lower language and motor scores
What the study found Higher air pollution exposure during pregnancy was associated with altered early neurodevelopmental outcomes in toddlerhood. The pattern differed by timing of exposure and by whether the child was born preterm. Why the authors say this matters The authors conclude that maternal exposure to air pollution during pregnancy is a potentially modifiable…
Ambient air pollution is linked to higher cardiovascular risk in LICs and LMICs
Systematic review and meta-analysis of ambient air pollution’s association with cardiovascular disease in low- and lower-middle-income countries, identifying positive associations with PM and NO2.
Wildfire smoke PM2.5 caused estimated health and economic burdens in Canada
Analysis of wildfire-PM2.5 health impacts in Canada 2019-2023 quantifies premature mortality, respiratory outcomes, and economic costs ranging from billions annually.
Hospital waste management gaps persist at El Idrissi Hospital
Study of healthcare staff knowledge and practices on medical waste management at El-Idrissi Hospital in Kenitra, Morocco, revealing gaps in training and occupational risk awareness.
AQHI captured multi-pollutant health risks better than AQI
PM2.5 chemical analysis and multi-pollutant health risks in Central Taiwan 2020-2022. AQHI assessment shows improved sensitivity over conventional AQI for predicting respiratory and cardiovascular.
Industry pressured councils over clean air wood-burning campaigns
Investigation documents industry pressure on one-third of UK councils to suppress clean air campaigns regarding wood burning stove emissions and associated public health risks.
