Wildfire Smoke Impacts Respiratory and Cardiovascular Emergency Department Visits
A recent study in Washington state found that exposure to wildfire smoke increased the risk of respiratory and cardiovascular emergency department visits, particularly among children and younger to middle-aged adults. Wildfires are increasingly prevalent in western North America due to changing climate conditions, posing significant public health threats. While the health impacts of wildfire smoke are well-documented, a recent study highlighted the specific effects of wildfire smoke on emergency department (ED) visits for respiratory and cardiovascular ...
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