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Wildfire smoke linked to more ER visits for asthma, researchers urge preparedness

Wildfire smoke linked to more ER visits for asthma, researchers urge preparedness

TORONTO — New research that analyzes emergency department visits during Ontario's unprecedented 2023 wildfire season suggests public-health messaging such as air quality advisories and ensuring people have their medication can help asthma sufferers avoid trips to the hospital. "There was a substantial increase in asthma-related ER visits in the first episode in early June, which […]

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