Air-Noise Pollution Linkages: Testing Innovative Community-Based Adaptation and Mitigation Strategies in Kenya.

ABSTRACT: Introduction: Our case study was conducted across healthcare facilities in Kilifi and Nairobi, where perinatal adolescents were screened for depression. Objective: The relationship of environmental monitoring in addressing mental health needs of vulnerable perinatal adolescent populations was explored. Methods: We installed outdoor air quality sensors at two facilities in Nairobi-Kangemi and Kariobangi North health centers-and two in Kilifi-Mtwapa and Vipingo health centers-and installed sensors in two households of two perinatal adolescents. Community health workers monitored air quality and noise levels data, collecting experiential data on stress and mood from perinatal adolescents. Findings: Air quality monitoring revealed site-specific variations in PM

SUBMITTER: Kumar M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12577548 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature