Climate change and pregnancy: can extreme weather impact when babies are born?

By Dr Sylvester Dodzi Nyadanu and Professor Gavin Pereira, Perinatal and Environmental Epidemiologists, Curtin University

Gestational age is a key factor in determining the health of a newborn, but could climate change influence when babies are born?

A new study suggests that exposure to air pollution and extreme weather conditions during pregnancy may not only trigger preterm birth but could also prolong pregnancy, with potential health risks for both mother and baby.

Pregnancy length and health implications...

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