Patrick H Ryan,Jeff Blossom,Cole Brokamp,Antonella Zanobetti,Diane R Gold
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Abstract
Place-based measures of environmental exposures, climate, neighborhood characteristics, housing, and other social determinants of health (SDoH) are powerful predictors of health outcomes, including asthma. In addition, SDoH are likely causes of the persistent racial and ethnic disparities in asthma prevalence and morbidity. The objectives of this commentary are to 1) provide an overview of geospatial data and resources available to researchers to incorporate into studies of asthma-related outcomes, 2) provide a general approach to consider geospatial data in birth cohorts, 3) demonstrate the use of geospatial data in asthma-related research, and 4) highlight challenges and future opportunities for the use of geospatial data in asthma-related research and birth cohort studies. By integrating place-based data into longitudinal studies, researchers may identify critical drivers of asthma and asthma-related disparities and develop strategies to mitigate their impact.
期刊介绍:
The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology is a prestigious publication that features groundbreaking research in the fields of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology. This influential journal publishes high-impact research papers that explore various topics, including asthma, food allergy, allergic rhinitis, atopic dermatitis, primary immune deficiencies, occupational and environmental allergy, and other allergic and immunologic diseases. The articles not only report on clinical trials and mechanistic studies but also provide insights into novel therapies, underlying mechanisms, and important discoveries that contribute to our understanding of these diseases. By sharing this valuable information, the journal aims to enhance the diagnosis and management of patients in the future.