Quantifying the association between PM_2.5 air pollution and IQ loss in children: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

A growing body of epidemiologic and toxicologic literature indicates that fine airborne particulate matter (PM_2.5) pollution is neurotoxic and threatens children's neurobehavioral development, resulting in reduced cognitive function. Understanding the magnitude of this effect is critical for establishing public health policies that will protect children's health, preserve human capital, and support societal progress.

Objective

To quantify the association between ambient PM_2.5 air pollution and loss of cognitive function in children, as measured by Intelligence Quotient (IQ) scores, through a systematic literature review and meta-analysis.

Methods

Following PRISMA guidelines, we conducted a systematic literature search across seven data

SUBMITTER: Alter NC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11572473 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature