Wu study cited in article on environment's effects on pregnancy

In a February 1st article in Environmental Health News, AirUCI faculty Jun Wu is quoted on her recent study on the association between reproductive health and the environment.  Jun's research found correlations between high levels of air pollution and increased rates of postpartum depression.  A main focus of her work is to help researchers, healthcare providers, and policymakers understand the importance of considering environmental hazards when discussing health during and after pregnancy. “Research is one thing,” Jun said. “How to use the research to really help a vulnerable population is another.”  Read the article

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Thursday, February 1, 2024