Extreme heat and air pollution pose significant risks to pregnancy, including increased chances of miscarriage, stillbirth, and premature birth. Despite growing evidence linking these climate-related factors to adverse maternal and fetal outcomes, pregnant women are often overlooked in global climate and health planning. Research from India and the United Kingdom highlights these dangers, with studies showing higher risks for women in physically demanding occupations exposed to high temperatures. Health systems worldwide are urged to integrate climate resilience into maternity care and explicitly recognize pregnant individuals as a vulnerable group. AI
RANK_REASON The article discusses a significant public health issue with global implications, highlighting risks to a vulnerable population and calling for policy and health system changes. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]
- Chennai
- Dr. Vaaruni Ravishankar
- Our Kids’ Climate
- Seminars in Perinatology
- Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research
- UK
- United Kingdom
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