Association between PM2.5 and PM2.5 Constituents and Preterm Delivery in California, 2000 –2006
ConclusionsPM2.5 constituents ammonium, nitrate and bromine, often linked to traffic and biomass combustion, were most associated with increased risk of preterm delivery in California. Certain demographic subgroups may be particularly impacted.
Source: Paediatric and Perinatal Epidemiology - Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Rupa Basu, Dharshani Pearson, Keita Ebisu, Brian Malig Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
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