HealthDo not inhale! How wildfire smoke 'affects the whole body'

A growing body of research points to PM2.5 in wildfire smoke as a major source of harm. The particles can trigger oxidative stress and inflammation, enter the bloodstream and damage organs. Long-term exposure has been linked to stroke, asthma, heart disease, diabetes, dementia and cancer, while smoke also poses particular risks during pregnancy and can become more toxic over time.

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