# Air Pollution Linked to Preterm Births | Salt Lake City News

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Podcast: [Salt Lake City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/salt-lake-city-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7652320)
Published: 2026-07-19T16:26:12+00:00
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## Resource

New research from the University of Utah reveals that everyday mixtures of ozone and fine particulate matter—often present even on “healthy” days—can significantly increase the risk of preterm birth, especially in the first trimester. Using machine learning on over 44,000 first-time mothers’ data, scientists found that exposure to these pollutants, even at low levels, is strongly linked to delivering before 34 weeks. The findings suggest simple lifestyle tweaks, like moving outdoor activities to mornings, could help reduce risk. As we push for cleaner air, this study underscores the power of small, informed choices to protect pregnancies. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7c277a2e131b07d1

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