When pregnant, it’s even more troublesome as it can affect both mom and baby.
Research has shown that air pollution has been linked to premature birth, viaMarch of Dimes.
The 2016 study found that 16,000 premature births in the U.S. were affected by air pollution.
In 2018, a new study found particles from air pollution in placentas, viaThe Guardian.
The particles were believed to contribute to higher rates ofmiscarriage, premature birth, and low birth weight.
Now, a comprehensive new study has found that air pollution can have alarming effects on pregnancy.
An effort has to be made on an international level.
However, there are precautions people can take in their everyday life.
“In addition, personal protections against air pollution, i.e.
