Air pollution and children ’s health—a review of adverse effects associated with prenatal exposure from fine to ultrafine particulate matter

ConclusionPolicies to reduce maternal exposure and health consequences in children should be a high priority. PM2.5 levels are regulated, yet it is recognized that minority and low socioeconomic status groups experience disproportionate exposures. Moreover, PM0.1 levels are not routinely measured or currently regulated. Consequently, preventive strategies that inform neighborhood/regional planning and clinical/nutritional recommendations are needed to mitigate maternal exposure and ultimately protect children ’s health.

Source: Environmental Health and Preventive Medicine - July 12, 2021 Category: Environmental Health Source Type: research