Air pollution and high blood pressure in children

Child walking outdoors holding hand of adult on each side. Courtesy DEOHS.
UW Department of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences

Children exposed to air pollution before birth—even at levels considered acceptable under regulatory standards—are more likely to have increased blood pressure in early childhood and potentially greater risk of developing cardiovascular diseases as adults, according to new research from the University of Washington School of Public Health and partners. Associate Professor of Biostatistics and MS Capstone Program Director Adam Szpiro is a co-author.

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