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Wildfire Smoke Poses Greater Prenatal Risk Than Human Pollution

Updated 2026-08-16 11:25 UTC 1 source Negative

Regulations have reduced prenatal exposure to harmful emissions, but wildfire smoke is now a greater threat than human sources of air pollution. This poses significant health risks for pregnant women.

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Ars Technica
Regulations reduced prenatal exposure to harmful emissions, but wildfire smoke is erasing gains.
2026-08-16 10:00 UTC
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