Wildfires: How to Protect Your Lung Health in Poor Air Quality

January 8, 2025

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Presented by Health Lab

Climate change is worsening wildfires, leading to poorer air quality that poses health risks, especially for vulnerable groups like children, older adults, and those with lung or heart conditions. Experts from the University of Michigan, including Dr. MeiLan Han, emphasize the importance of limiting outdoor exposure, using protective masks, and improving indoor air quality to reduce risks from pollution—even for those without underlying conditions.

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