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Air Pollution, Child Health, and Cognitive Development

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  • Eleanya Nduka
  • Modupe Jimoh

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This study investigates the impact of indoor air pollution exposure, assessed through blood carbon monoxide (CO) levels, on both the development and health outcomes of preschool-age children in Nigeria. Prior research often relies on ambient air pollution data, which presents limitations in resource-constrained settings. To address this, we employ a direct approach, measuring CO levels in participants’ blood using the Rad-57 CO-oximeter. Our analysis demonstrates a robust association between elevated CO levels and significantly reduced acquisition of gross motor, fine motor and problem-solving skills. CO also exerts a statistically significant negative impact on children’s health outcomes. In light of these findings, we discuss potential policy implications to mitigate these detrimental effects.

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  • Eleanya Nduka & Modupe Jimoh, 2025. "Air Pollution, Child Health, and Cognitive Development," Journal of Development Studies, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 61(5), pages 727-747, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:jdevst:v:61:y:2025:i:5:p:727-747
    DOI: 10.1080/00220388.2024.2420024
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