Spatial and temporal determinants of particulate matter peak exposures during pregnancy and early postpartum.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Fine particulate matter (PM_2.5) exposure is an important environmental risk for maternal and children's health, with peak exposures especially those derived from primary combustion hypothesized to pose greater risk. Identifying PM_2.5 peaks and their contributions to personal exposure remains challenging. This study measured personal PM_2.5 exposure, characterized primary combustion peaks, and investigated their determinants during and after pregnancy and among Hispanic women in Los Angeles, CA.

Methods

Continuous personal PM_2.5 exposure, Global Positioning System geolocation, and ecological momentary assessment surveys were collected from 63 women for 4 consecutive days in their 1^st trimester, 3rd trimester and

SUBMITTER: Liu Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11580741 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature