Protect yourself from wildfire smoke. The intensity of this year’s wildfires season continues to increase across the country. As these events become more and more frequent, caution is advised. Smoke from fires can travel long distances, affecting respiratory health and air quality even hundreds of kilometers from the fires.

Wildfire smoke can cause various symptoms ranging from eye, nose, and throat irritations to breathing difficulties and exacerbation of pre-existing conditions such as asthma and heart diseases. How to protect yourself from poor air quality? • Limit or postpone outdoor activities. • If you must go out, consider wearing a fitted mask to reduce your […]