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How wildfires in the American West hurt the entire country
As smoke travels, it can cause illness and economic hardship thousands of miles away.
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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?