Joint effects of ethnic enclave residence and ambient volatile organic compounds exposure on risk of gestational diabetes mellitus among Asian/Pacific Islander women in the United States.

Andrew D WilliamsSandie HaEdmond ShenassaLynne C MesserJenna KannerPauline Mendola

Published in: Environmental health : a global access science source (2021)

API residence in non-enclave areas is associated with higher GDM risk, regardless of VOC level. Ethnic enclave residence may mitigate effects of VOC exposure, perhaps due to lower stress levels. The potential benefit of ethnic enclaves warrants further study.

Keyphrases

pregnancy outcomes
pregnant women
air pollution
polycystic ovary syndrome
particulate matter
stress induced
climate change
insulin resistance