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« Some pollutants of concern are secondhand smoke, carbon monoxide, fumes from paint and household cleaners, particulate matter, and ozone. Women of child-bearing age, pregnant women, new mothers, families, and their health care providers should be aware of the potential hazards of outdoor and indoor air pollution to developing fetuses and small children. Research shows that prenatal exposure to pollutants can increase the risk of preterm delivery and low birth weight (LBW; less than 2,500 grams, or 5.5 pounds), which are public health challenges in the United States, as they contribute significantly to infant mortality and developmental disabilities. This fact sheet identifies some common environmental exposures and provides simple steps that health care providers can recommend to pregnant women and new mothers to avoid exposure. »
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