Easy Breathing: A Review of the Impact of Air Quality on Pediatric Health Outcomes

Gonzales, Traci; Whalen, Elise

doi:10.1016/j.pedhc.2021.08.002

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“…There is compelling evidence linking exposure to AAP to the incidence and exacerbation of asthma [ 9 , 30 , 31 ]. Specifically, exposure to AAP has been associated with increased exacerbation, hospitalisation and poor control of asthma [ 32 ]. The increased exposure to AAP has been associated with higher rates of medication use [ 33 ], increased hospitalisation [ 34 ] and outpatient visits, and increased duration of hospitalisation [ 35 ].…”

Section: Effects Of Air Pollution On Children's Healthmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The fetal cells are uniquely susceptible to the effects of air pollutants due to the prenatal period having higher rates of cell division and differentiation and increased sensitivity to surrounding signals [ 42 ]. The pollutants inhaled by the mother can translocate to the developing fetus [ 32 ]. Inhaled pollutants have been observed in the placenta [ 43 ] and organs within the fetus [ 44 ].…”

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Air quality and respiratory health in children

Aithal

Sachdeva

Kurmi

2023

Breathe

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Air pollution is a leading modifiable risk factor for various cardio-respiratory outcomes globally, both for children and for adults. Children are particularly susceptible to the adverse effects of air pollution due to various physiological and behavioural factors. Children are at a higher risk of outcomes such as acute respiratory infections, asthma and decreased lung function due to air pollution exposure; the risk varies in different geographical regions, depending on the source of air pollution, duration of exposures and concentration. Prenatal exposure to air pollution may also contribute to adverse respiratory outcomes later in life.

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Section: Effects Of Air Pollution On Children's Healthmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Effects Of Air Pollution On Children's Healthmentioning

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Air quality and respiratory health in children

Aithal

Sachdeva

Kurmi

2023

Breathe

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“…Air pollution is possible to activate systematic inflammatory process which impact on oxidative stress. It can induce several pathological conditions including respiratory system 6 . Source of exposure to unhealth environment among children are their home condition, school, and outdoor environment 7 .…”

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Residential environment in relation to self-report of respiratory and asthma symptoms among primary school children in a high-polluted urban area

Apichainan

Norkaew

Taneepanichskul

2022

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Respiratory disease and its complication are the cause of children deaths worldwide every year. Several epidemiological studies pointed out an association between quality of residential in inner city and risk of children health. However, few studies had been focused in high-polluted urban area in low to middle income countries. A cross-sectional study was conducted to investigate the association between residential environments and respiratory symptoms including asthma among 658 primary school children living in urban area of Bangkok Thailand. The International Study of Asthma and Allergies in Childhood (ISAAC) questionnaire was modified to access symptoms during the past 12 months. Binary logistic regression model was performed. Living near garment and clothing shop is associated with shortness of breath (AOR = 1.846; 95% CI 1.034, 3.297). Vectors in home is related to dry cough at night (AOR = 1.505; 95% CI 1.052, 2.153) and phlegm (AOR = 1.414; 95% CI 1.014, 1.973). Wall dampness is increased odd of having wheezing or whistling (asthma) in the chest (AOR = 1.921; 95% CI 1.141, 3.235). Children age, gender, and a family history of asthma were modified the associations. Our finding may provide strategies focusing on living environment improvement with a specific group of children to address respiratory disease prevention.

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“…Recent studies have connected elevated PM 2.5 levels with cardiopulmonary disorders and impairments, the initiation and progression of diabetes mellitus, and poor birth outcomes (2). Fractions of PM 2.5 are retained in the lungs and account for roughly 96% of particles observed (1). Another study outlined the association of PM 2.5 exposure and robust lung inflammation causing vascular remodeling, as well as exacerbated transition from left ventricular failure to right ventricular hypertrophy (6).…”

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“…Background: Particulate matter (PM 2.5 ) is a combination of solid particles and liquid droplets of pollutants found in the air with a size of 2.5 micrometers or less in diameter (1). The first entry point and primary deposition of these particles is through the lungs (2).…”

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Effects of PM2.5 Air Pollutants on Cardiovascular Health in Ohio: A Secondary Data Analysis

Finkle

Gillespie

Piper

2022

Preprint

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BackgroundMultiple adverse health outcomes have been linked to air pollution, particularly exposure to particulate matter (PM2.5).JustificationThis research will help to identify the role that socioeconomic and geographical factors have in increased cardiovascular disease and cardiac events due to elevated exposure amounts of PM2.5. Minorities in the United States are more likely to have or die from cardiovascular disease and also are the majority of the occupants in low-income communities with high levels of PM2.5.MethodsPM2.5pollutant concentrations were measured from 2016 to 2018 and collected by air quality monitoring equipment in Ohio. The cardiovascular disease data on adult residents of Ohio from 2016-2018 was from the National Vital Statistics System (NVSS) and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Medicare Provider Analysis and Review (MEDPAR). R programming was used to find associations between cardiovascular disease and PM2.5in Ohio. Contingency tables compared the consumption of PM2.5and the rate of heart disease mortality. Heat maps indicated areas where heart disease mortality and PM2.5concentrations were highest.ResultsThe average PM2.5concentration in Ohio was determined to be 7.9 μG/m3. The highest PM2.5concentrations were found in Montgomery County, Ohio and the lowest were recorded in Allen County, Ohio. With increased population density, there was also an increase with PM2.5concentrations (P<0.01). The association between cardiovascular disease mortality and PM2.5rates in these counties was nonsignificant (P>0.01). It was also found that 31.8% of counties in Ohio had air monitoring while the remaining 68.2% did not have any form of it.ConclusionKnowing the risk of PM2.5levels in any neighborhood could help community members and leaders pick a more appropriate course of action. Reducing air pollutants in these areas may in turn reduce cardiovascular disease in that population, leading to better health outcomes and longevity. This research also identified gaps in air monitoring that assists in prioritizing areas that need immediate remediation.

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Easy Breathing: A Review of the Impact of Air Quality on Pediatric Health Outcomes

Cited by 6 publications

References 56 publications

Air quality and respiratory health in children

Air quality and respiratory health in children

Residential environment in relation to self-report of respiratory and asthma symptoms among primary school children in a high-polluted urban area

Effects of PM2.5 Air Pollutants on Cardiovascular Health in Ohio: A Secondary Data Analysis

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