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As wildfires break records, firefighters face growing health risks
Emerging scientific evidence shows they may be at risk of respiratory and heart illness, and maybe even cancer.
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Mental health support can't keep up with wildfires or hurricanes
As climate change drives more and more disasters, mental health support is in greater need than ever. America is not ready.
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How British Columbia protects its people from wildfire smoke
Partly because of its devastating fires, the province is leading our understanding of smoke’s impact on human health.
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Wildfire smoke’s health impacts have only just begun
A growing body of evidence shows smoke sickens and can even kill. Is the government doing enough to protect residents?
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Child care was already dysfunctional. COVID-19 could break it completely
As Washington state pushes through the pandemic, a shortage of child care options forces parents and providers to make difficult choices.