Introduction Fine particulate matter (PM2.5) poses severe threats to early childhood development through neurotoxic, respiratory, and immunological pathways. Developing effective public health interventions requires a deep understanding of caregiver perceptions and protective behaviors. This cross-sectional study asses...
Suparat Phuanukoonnon, P. Aung, Wissanupong Kliengchuay et al.· The Journal of Climate Chang...· 0 citations
Seasonal haze in northern Thailand raises concerns about the health impacts of PM2.5-bound metals. This study assessed PM2.5-bound metals and inhalation health risks across three contrasting land use environments during the haze season in Chiang Mai Province, Thailand: Chiang Mai University (CMU; an urban site), Mae Ch...
Overall, indoor dust posed low ecological and health risks; however, continued monitoring is recommended due to potential long-term exposure effects on children, although children were more susceptible than adults.
S. Bootdee, S. Kawichai, Thanawat Komonnithiphong et al.· Environmental Engineering Re...· 0 citations
Barbecue (Moo Kratha) restaurants are prevalent in Chiang Mai City, Thailand. However, their PM2.5-bound polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) emissions, compounded by the region’s severe seasonal smoke haze, remain poorly characterized. This study investigated the chemical composition and carcinogenic risk of PM2.5-bo...