How does pollution affect pregnancy?

• High temperatures during pregnancy are linked to premature births and stillbirths.
• Air pollution exposure can contribute to low birth weight, preterm birth, and worsened asthma—which, if untreated, can lead to dangerous conditions like pre-eclampsia.

This is a critical but under-researched area. E2I2 is collaborating with maternal health organizations to develop community-driven research and education programs focused on environmental exposures and maternal health outcomes.

Interested in collaborating? Contact our Executive Director, Louise Palmer: lpalmer@e2i2.org.