Researchers examine how air pollution could affect women’s fertility, menstrual cycles
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Researchers are examining how long term exposure to air pollution could affect women’s reproductive health, including fertility and menstrual cycles. Studies have found associations between higher pollution exposure and increased infertility risk, as well as longer or more irregular cycles. Canadian researchers are also investigating the potential effects of wildfire smoke on fertility and pregnancy outcomes. “Historically women’s health has been understudied,” McMaster University professor Alison Holloway said, calling it an important area of focus as wildfire activity increases across Canada. Katherine Ward reports. For more info, please go to https://globalnews.ca Subscribe to Global News Channel HERE: http://bit.ly/20fcXDc Follow Global News on X HERE: http://bit.ly/1Toz8mt Follow Global News on TikTok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@globalnews.ca?lang=en #GlobalNews
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