Autism link to air pollution raised

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Scientists have suggested that there may be a link between autism and air pollution exposure during pregnancy, following findings showing high levels of pollution had been linked to a doubling of autism in their study of 1,767 children. Professor Frank Kelly, Environmental Research Group, commented on the study. He said: 'Women should be made aware of the potential links so they don't get excessive exposure'
Period18 Dec 2014
Held atBBC News