These data highlighted the association of moderate air pollution exposure during pregnancy, infancy, and early childhood on pulmonary function at school age.

Merck announced clesrovimab met all primary safety and efficacy endpoints, with additional detailed findings to be presented at an upcoming scientific congress.

Risk for cataract development was assessed at specific follow-up durations of 1 year, 2 years, 5 years, and 20 years following the index date, with an increased risk of cataracts development among patients aged younger than 18 years present at each time point.

The investigative team noted that teenagers with emotional and social support are better off to handle stressors such as biological and social transition, and are less likely to experience a variety of adverse physical and mental health outcomes.