University of Maryland, College Park 5R01ES033963-04

Wildfires and Infant Health

Research project studying the impact of wildfire exposure on infant health and mortality across the US using linked health and exposure data from 2003-2019.

Description

The project aims to document the burden of wildfire exposure across the US and its impacts on infant health and mortality. It involves linking high-resolution exposure measures with natality, hospital discharge, and mortality records from 2003-2019. The study will estimate the impact of wildfire exposure on birth outcomes and infant mortality, considering sociodemographic factors and baseline air pollution. The results will provide the first national estimates of infant exposure to wildfires and their health impacts, informing mitigation planning as climate change accelerates wildfire growth.

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