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• Wildfire Air Pollution Could Lead to Respiratory, Cardiovascular Risks for Older Adults

  May 16, 2025

  Martha Garcia

  A new study warns of a spike in hospitalizations for respiratory and heart problems, which are being detected after wildfires lead to an increase in particulate matter air pollution.

• Firefighters Face Numerous Respiratory Threats from Wildfires: Study

  September 17, 2021

  Russell Maas

  Firefighters battling wildfires out west may face significant health issues, particularly respiratory problems, from exposure to particulate matter and chemicals released by the smoke and fires.

• Pregnant Women Exposed to California Wildfire Smoke May Face Increased Risk of Preterm Birth: Study

  August 26, 2021

  Martha Garcia

  A new study finds that wildfire smoke contributes significantly to the number of preterm births in California.