Estimating Intervention Impact: Racial Disparities in Phthalate Exposure and Preterm Birth

Environ Health Perspect. 2024 Apr;132(4):44003. doi: 10.1289/EHP14501. Epub 2024 Apr 17.

Abstract

Pooling data from 16 studies, researchers estimated that, among Black and Hispanic/Latina participants, reducing disparities in phthalate exposure during pregnancy might also reduce preterm birth rates.

MeSH terms

  • Black or African American
  • Female
  • Health Status Disparities*
  • Hispanic or Latino
  • Humans
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Phthalic Acids*
  • Pregnancy
  • Premature Birth*
  • Racial Groups

Substances

  • Phthalic Acids