Time-series analysis of satellite-derived fine particulate matter pollution and asthma morbidity in Jackson, MS.

ABSTRACT: In order to examine associations between asthma morbidity and local ambient air pollution in an area with relatively low levels of pollution, we conducted a time-series analysis of asthma hospital admissions and fine particulate matter pollution (PM_2.5) in and around Jackson, MS, for the period 2003 to 2011. Daily patient-level records were obtained from the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) Asthma Surveillance System. Patient geolocations were aggregated into a grid with 0.1° × 0.1° resolution within the Jackson Metropolitan Statistical Area. Daily PM_2.5 concentrations were estimated via machine-learning algorithms with remotely sensed aerosol optical depth and other associated parameters as inputs. Controlling for long-term temporal trends and meteorolog

SUBMITTER: Chang HH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10072932 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature