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View article: Assessment of maternal and foetal outcome in elderly primigravida: a prospective observational study
Assessment of maternal and foetal outcome in elderly primigravida: a prospective observational study Open
Background: An elderly primigravida means age more than 35 years. Several maternal and foetal risk factors are well-established in elderly primigravida mothers. The study aimed to evaluate the maternal and foetal outcome in elderly primigr…
View article: Heatwaves and Rising Temperatures in the Upper San Francisco Estuary: Trends and Effects on Ecosystems and Humans
Heatwaves and Rising Temperatures in the Upper San Francisco Estuary: Trends and Effects on Ecosystems and Humans Open
Rising temperature is one direct consequence of climate change, and temperature is a key controlling variable on biological processes from molecular to ecosystem scales. While rising average temperature is one of the most discussed aspects…
View article: Living Near Wildfires and the Risk of Fetal Congenital Heart Defects: Evaluating Critical Windows of Vulnerability
Living Near Wildfires and the Risk of Fetal Congenital Heart Defects: Evaluating Critical Windows of Vulnerability Open
Background Wildfires produce air pollutants that have been associated with complications during pregnancy. This study examined the association between wildfire exposure before and during pregnancy and the odds of congenital heart defect (C…
View article: The spatial distribution of heat related hospitalizations and classification of the most dangerous heat events in California at a small-scale level
The spatial distribution of heat related hospitalizations and classification of the most dangerous heat events in California at a small-scale level Open
Many studies have explored the impact of extreme heat on health, but few have investigated localized heat-health outcomes across a wide area. We examined fine-scale variability in vulnerable areas, considering population distribution, loca…
View article: Subdaily PM2.5 exposure and cardiorespiratory risks: data and findings from Southern California, 2018–2020
Subdaily PM2.5 exposure and cardiorespiratory risks: data and findings from Southern California, 2018–2020 Open
As hourly PM2.5 measurements become more accessible, health impacts from subdaily exposures can be evaluated to develop health guidance. We obtained hourly PM2.5 concentrations covering Southern California from May 2018 through March 2020 …
View article: Impacts of heat and wildfire on preterm birth
Impacts of heat and wildfire on preterm birth Open
Heat and wildfire increased PTB risk with evidence of synergism. As the occurrence and co-occurrence of these events increase, exposure reduction among pregnant people is critical, especially among racial/ethnic minorities.
View article: Adverse effects of temperature on perinatal and pregnancy outcomes: methodological challenges and knowledge gaps
Adverse effects of temperature on perinatal and pregnancy outcomes: methodological challenges and knowledge gaps Open
Evidence linking temperature with adverse perinatal and pregnancy outcomes is emerging. We searched for literature published until 30 January 2023 in PubMed, Web of Science, and reference lists of articles focusing on the outcomes that wer…
View article: Do social vulnerability indices correlate with extreme heat health outcomes?
Do social vulnerability indices correlate with extreme heat health outcomes? Open
Introduction. Several frameworks exist to measure vulnerability to extreme heat events using a health equity approach, but little evidence validates these measures and their applications. We investigated the degree to which social vulnerab…
View article: The Burden of Wildfire Smoke on Respiratory Health in California at the Zip Code Level: Uncovering the Disproportionate Impacts of Differential Fine Particle Composition
The Burden of Wildfire Smoke on Respiratory Health in California at the Zip Code Level: Uncovering the Disproportionate Impacts of Differential Fine Particle Composition Open
Wildfires constitute a growing source of extremely high levels of particulate matter that is less than 2.5 microns in diameter (PM2.5). Recently, toxicologic and epidemiologic studies have shown that PM2.5 generated from wildfires may have…
View article: The association between living near wildfire before and during pregnancy and congenital heart disease risk in offspring
The association between living near wildfire before and during pregnancy and congenital heart disease risk in offspring Open
View article: Emergency department visits associated with wildfire smoke events in California, 2016–2019
Emergency department visits associated with wildfire smoke events in California, 2016–2019 Open
Wildfire smoke has been associated with adverse respiratory outcomes, but the impacts of wildfire on other health outcomes and sensitive subpopulations are not fully understood. We examined associations between smoke events and emergency d…
View article: A novel ensemble-based statistical approach to estimate daily wildfire-specific PM2.5 in California (2006–2020)
A novel ensemble-based statistical approach to estimate daily wildfire-specific PM2.5 in California (2006–2020) Open
This dataset contains aggregated measurements of daily wildfire-specific fine particulate matter (PM2.5) concentrations at the census tract level in California from 2006 to 2020. Similar data at the zip code level was first described in a …
View article: Regional Research-Practice-Policy Partnerships in Response to Climate-Related Disparities: Promoting Health Equity in the Pacific
Regional Research-Practice-Policy Partnerships in Response to Climate-Related Disparities: Promoting Health Equity in the Pacific Open
Although climate change poses a threat to health and well-being globally, a regional approach to addressing climate-related health equity may be more suitable, appropriate, and appealing to under-resourced communities and countries. In sup…
View article: Impacts of Fine Particulate Matter From Wildfire Smoke on Respiratory and Cardiovascular Health in California
Impacts of Fine Particulate Matter From Wildfire Smoke on Respiratory and Cardiovascular Health in California Open
Increases in wildfire activity across the Western US pose a significant public health threat. While there is evidence that wildfire smoke is detrimental for respiratory health, the impacts on cardiovascular health remain unclear. This stud…
View article: Impacts of Fine Particulate Matter from Wildfire Smoke on Respiratory and Cardiovascular Health in California
Impacts of Fine Particulate Matter from Wildfire Smoke on Respiratory and Cardiovascular Health in California Open
Increasing wildfire activity across the Western US poses a significant public health threat. While there is evidence that wildfire smoke is detrimental for respiratory health, the impacts on cardiovascular health remain unclear. This study…
View article: Smoke and COVID-19 case fatality ratios during California wildfires
Smoke and COVID-19 case fatality ratios during California wildfires Open
Recent evidence has shown an association between wildfire smoke and COVID-19 cases and deaths. The San Francisco Bay Area, in California (USA), experienced two major concurrent public health threats in 2020: the COVID-19 pandemic and dense…
View article: Using machine learning to estimate wildfire PM2.5 at California ZIP codes (2006-2020)
Using machine learning to estimate wildfire PM2.5 at California ZIP codes (2006-2020) Open
Epidemiological studies on the detrimental health impacts of exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) from different sources of emission can inform regulatory policy and identify vulnerable communities. Though PM2.5 has decreased in the…
View article: Using machine learning to estimate wildfire PM2.5 at California ZIP codes (2006-2020)
Using machine learning to estimate wildfire PM2.5 at California ZIP codes (2006-2020) Open
Epidemiological studies on the detrimental health impacts of exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) from different sources of emission can inform regulatory policy and identify vulnerable communities. Though PM2.5 has decreased in the…
View article: Spatial variation in the joint effect of extreme heat events and ozone on respiratory hospitalizations in California
Spatial variation in the joint effect of extreme heat events and ozone on respiratory hospitalizations in California Open
Significance Projections show that extreme heat events and high ozone days are expected to increase under climate change. Both exposures are harmful to human health, but warning systems, typically implemented separately, do not consider th…
View article: The association between ozone and fine particles and mental health-related emergency department visits in California, 2005–2013
The association between ozone and fine particles and mental health-related emergency department visits in California, 2005–2013 Open
Recent studies suggest that air pollutant exposure may increase the incidence of mental health conditions, however research is limited. We examined the association between ozone (O 3 ) and fine particles (PM 2.5 ) and emergency department …
View article: Association between coarse particulate matter and inflammatory and hemostatic markers in a cohort of midlife women
Association between coarse particulate matter and inflammatory and hemostatic markers in a cohort of midlife women Open
Background Exposure to particulate matter air pollution has been associated with cardiovascular disease (CVD) morbidity and mortality; however, most studies have focused on fine particulate matter (PM 2.5 ) exposure and CVD. Coarse particu…
View article: Spatial variation in the joint effect of heat waves and ozone on respiratory hospitalizations in California, 2004 to 2013
Spatial variation in the joint effect of heat waves and ozone on respiratory hospitalizations in California, 2004 to 2013 Open
Extreme heat and ozone are co-occurring exposures that have been shown to independently and synergistically increase risk of respiratory disease. While some studies have quantified the joint effects of temperature and ozone, none assessed …
View article: Mental Health Outcomes Associated with Air Pollutants in California
Mental Health Outcomes Associated with Air Pollutants in California Open
Background: Epidemiologic studies of air pollution and mental health are limited. We examined ozone (O3), carbon monoxide (CO), nitrogen dioxide (NO2), and fine particles (PM2.5), and emergency room (ER) visits from all mental disorders, b…
View article: Temperature and hand, foot and mouth disease in California, 2005-2013, an exploratory analysis
Temperature and hand, foot and mouth disease in California, 2005-2013, an exploratory analysis Open
Background: Researchers have found that temperature has been associated with hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) in Asia. However, few have explored the relationship in the United States, particularly California where HFMD cases have incre…
View article: Association of Air Pollution and Heat Exposure With Preterm Birth, Low Birth Weight, and Stillbirth in the US
Association of Air Pollution and Heat Exposure With Preterm Birth, Low Birth Weight, and Stillbirth in the US Open
This review suggests that increasingly common environmental exposures exacerbated by climate change are significantly associated with serious adverse pregnancy outcomes across the US.
View article: The health burden of fall, winter and spring extreme heat events in Southern California and contribution of Santa Ana Winds
The health burden of fall, winter and spring extreme heat events in Southern California and contribution of Santa Ana Winds Open
Background : Extreme heat is associated with increased morbidity but most studies examine this relationship in warm seasons. In Southern California, Santa Ana winds (SAWs) are associated with high temperatures during the fall, winter and s…
View article: Extreme heat episodes and risk of preterm birth in California, 2005–2013
Extreme heat episodes and risk of preterm birth in California, 2005–2013 Open
View article: Wearable Sensor System to Monitor Physical Activity and the Physiological Effects of Heat Exposure
Wearable Sensor System to Monitor Physical Activity and the Physiological Effects of Heat Exposure Open
Mobile health monitoring via non-invasive wearable sensors is poised to advance telehealth for older adults and other vulnerable populations. Extreme heat and other environmental conditions raise serious health challenges that warrant moni…
View article: A quantile regression approach to reveal the influence of fine particles and birth weight reduction and racial/ethnic disparities
A quantile regression approach to reveal the influence of fine particles and birth weight reduction and racial/ethnic disparities Open
TPS 741: Adverse birth outcomes 2, Exhibition Hall, Ground floor, August 28, 2019, 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM Background/Aim: Exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) during pregnancy is associated with reduced birth weight and racial/ethnic min…
View article: A quantile regression approach to examine fine particles, term low birth weight, and racial/ethnic disparities
A quantile regression approach to examine fine particles, term low birth weight, and racial/ethnic disparities Open
Background: Exposure to fine particulate matter (PM 2.5 ) during pregnancy has been shown to be associated with reduced birth weight and racial/ethnic minorities have been found to be more vulnerable. Previous studies have focused on the m…