Summary:
- Researchers have found that high humidity levels during pregnancy can increase the risk of preterm birth. This is because high humidity can make it harder for the body to regulate temperature, leading to increased stress on the mother and fetus.
- The study analyzed data from over 200,000 births in the United States and found that a 10% increase in humidity was associated with a 3% increase in the risk of preterm birth.
- The findings suggest that monitoring and managing humidity levels during pregnancy may be an important factor in promoting healthy pregnancies and reducing the risk of preterm birth.