STUDIU Fumul incendiilor de vegetație anulează decenii de progrese în îmbunătățirea calității aerului pentru femeile însărcinate din SUA Fumul incendiilor de vegetație anulează decenii de progres

Wildfire smoke is now the leading cause of unhealthy air quality days during pregnancy, particularly affecting low-income and rural communities. Despite improvements in air quality from other pollution sources, exposure to wildfire smoke remains a significant concern. A study found that smoke accounted for nearly two-thirds of unhealthy air days, with pregnant women in poorer areas facing the highest exposure. The research highlights the need for public health measures to address this ongoing issue, especially in regions with limited maternity care services.