Environ Health Perspect September 2016 PMID 27082891

Critical Review of Health Impacts of Wildfire Smoke Exposure.

Colleen E Reid, Michael Brauer, Fay H Johnston, Michael Jerrett, John R Balmes, Catherine T Elliott

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What people are saying

Several discussions highlight the alarming health effects of wildfire smoke, with users referencing its links to respiratory issues and broader mortality rates. For example, one user quoted findings about increased emergency department visits and hospital admissions for asthma and COPD, illustrating a clear concern for public health. The tone across these posts often reflects urgency and alarm, employing phrases like 'significant impact' and 'urgent need to address' to convey the seriousness of the situation.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions reflect a consensus around the article's insights, particularly on the health risks associated with wildfire smoke exposure.

InterestHigh interest

There is a significant level of curiosity regarding the topic, as many users express a desire to learn more or share the information widely.

EngagementModerate engagement

While some posts reference the publication directly, others dive into implications, indicating a moderate level of engagement.

ImpactHigh impact

Users acknowledge the serious health implications of wildfires, suggesting they view the publication's findings as highly relevant and influential.

Abstract in brief

  • Wildfire activity is expected to rise due to climate change, leading to increased exposure to hazardous air pollutants found in wildfire smoke, which can negatively impact health.
  • Research shows strong links between wildfire smoke exposure and respiratory issues, including worsening asthma and COPD, as well as a potential increase in respiratory infections and all-cause mortality.
  • While there's evidence for respiratory health effects, the impact on cardiovascular health is less clear, and more studies are needed to identify at-risk populations and clarify the mortality causes related to wildfire smoke exposure.

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El Gato y La Caja
@ElGatoyLaCaja · X

Además del daño al ambiente que provocan estos incendios fuera de control, andar respirando esas partículas no está nada bueno, sobre todo para los ojos, los pulmones, y las personas especialmente sensibles. https://t.co/dqcdvGxLh8

Mar 11, 2021 · 18 likes · 2 shares · 122,574 followers View post →
SciShow
@SciShow · X

This year’s wildfires spread smoke over most of the United States, and it’s expected to happen again next year. Here is everything you need to know about smoke, what it does, and how to protect yourself. https://t.co/MpcbbisSsA https://t.co/GXWFqnL3f0

Sep 25, 2020 · 14 likes · 2 shares · 115,755 followers View post →
Environmental Health Perspectives
@EHPonline · X

MOST READ RESEARCH last week: Critical Review of Health Impacts of Wildfire Smoke Exposure ➡️ https://t.co/5OGaN6MCJZ

Aug 31, 2020 · 5 likes · 4 shares · 10,762 followers View post →
Anna Nolan
@anolan_md · X

@atscommunity A3-d Wildland fire smoke increases rates of respiratory medication use, ambulance calls, emergency department visits, hospital admissions, and all-cause mortality. Respiratory effects are more prominent in those with asthma and COPD. https://t.co/Wfs1yeIrdQ #ATSchat

Sep 13, 2021 · 4 likes · 88 followers View post →
Environmental Health Perspectives
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MOST READ RESEARCH last week: Critical Review of Health Impacts of Wildfire Smoke Exposure ➡️ https://t.co/i77qNAmsIk https://t.co/9CRgnJe6b2

Jul 3, 2023 · 2 likes · 3 shares · 10,762 followers View post →
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MOST READ RESEARCH this week: Critical Review of Health Impacts of Wildfire Smoke Exposure ➡️https://t.co/IOqKiHcdio https://t.co/BNr8fZh7IH

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All mentions

Health Risks of Wildfire Smoke Exposure

As wildfire activity is expected to rise due to climate change, it's crucial to understand the hazardous air pollutants found in wildfire smoke. This video discusses how exposure can lead to respiratory issues…

SciShow · Sep 25, 2020 219,467 views
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Environmental Health Perspectives
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MOST READ RESEARCH this week: Critical Review of Health Impacts of Wildfire Smoke Exposure ➡️https://t.co/IOqKiHcdio https://t.co/BNr8fZh7IH

Apr 21, 2025 · 1 like · 1 share · 10,762 followers View post →
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Environmental Health Perspectives
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MOST READ RESEARCH last week: Critical Review of Health Impacts of Wildfire Smoke Exposure ➡️ https://t.co/i77qNAmsIk https://t.co/9CRgnJe6b2

Jul 3, 2023 · 2 likes · 3 shares · 10,762 followers View post →
TheFrenchEpidemiologist
@frenchepidemio · X

Plusieurs études épidémiologiques ont constaté des liens entre une exposition aux incendies/particules fines et la mortalité toutes-causes, la mortalité due aux maladies respiratoires et cardiovasculaires https://t.co/5yQ8T2RkTt https://t.co/tpqkLVI0Po

Jul 21, 2022 · 15,173 followers View post →
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Apr 27, 2022 · 53 followers View post →
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Oct 21, 2021 · 43 followers View post →
Anna Nolan
@anolan_md · X

@atscommunity A3-d Wildland fire smoke increases rates of respiratory medication use, ambulance calls, emergency department visits, hospital admissions, and all-cause mortality. Respiratory effects are more prominent in those with asthma and COPD. https://t.co/Wfs1yeIrdQ #ATSchat

Sep 13, 2021 · 4 likes · 88 followers View post →
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RT @ElGatoyLaCaja: Además del daño al ambiente que provocan estos incendios fuera de control, andar respirando esas partículas no está nada…

Mar 11, 2021 · 2 shares · 148 followers View post →
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@lalocadeltaper · X

RT @ElGatoyLaCaja: Además del daño al ambiente que provocan estos incendios fuera de control, andar respirando esas partículas no está nada…

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El Gato y La Caja
@ElGatoyLaCaja · X

Además del daño al ambiente que provocan estos incendios fuera de control, andar respirando esas partículas no está nada bueno, sobre todo para los ojos, los pulmones, y las personas especialmente sensibles. https://t.co/dqcdvGxLh8

Mar 11, 2021 · 18 likes · 2 shares · 122,574 followers View post →
Mary Cardenas
@mpcardenas · X

@barkflight both quotes from this review: https://t.co/aW5uOwicIR

Dec 1, 2020 · 104 followers View post →
Elise Larsson
@EliseLarsson · X

What You Need to Know About #Wildfire Smoke | SciShow News https://t.co/DwAJPcndgY via @YouTube

Nov 1, 2020 · 241 followers View post →
Just Dancing
@angela_create · X

#wildfires https://t.co/NGwYKGxD2u

Sep 30, 2020 · 66 followers View post →
Just Dancing
@angela_create · X

@EricG1247 There is a lot of work to do. https://t.co/NGwYKGxD2u

Sep 30, 2020 · 66 followers View post →
Katalin Heymann
@Kat_Traks · X

Watch "What You Need to Know About Wildfire Smoke | SciShow News" on YouTube https://t.co/hn2r2ji9T9

Sep 30, 2020 · 1 followers View post →
Luca
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Sep 30, 2020 · 142 followers View post →
Yael Dragwyla
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Sep 27, 2020 · 25 followers View post →
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Sep 27, 2020 · 3 shares · 28,862 followers View post →
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Sep 27, 2020 · 1,218 followers View post →
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Sep 26, 2020 · 492 followers View post →
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Sep 26, 2020 · 3,700 followers View post →
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Sep 26, 2020 · 3 shares · 2,616 followers View post →
Michael Hall
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hatsjer
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RT @SciShow: This year’s wildfires spread smoke over most of the United States, and it’s expected to happen again next year. Here is everyt…

Sep 26, 2020 · 2 shares · 520 followers View post →
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Sep 26, 2020 · 29 followers View post →
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Sep 26, 2020 · 742 followers View post →
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@FTPBladeBoyle · X

What You Need to Know About Wildfire Smoke | SciShow News https://t.co/wesnSOHztr via @YouTube

Sep 26, 2020 · 14 followers View post →
Crimson_Rove75
@CrimsonRove75 · X

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Sep 25, 2020 · 296 followers View post →
William Wallace
@bill14051 · X

RT @SciShow: This year’s wildfires spread smoke over most of the United States, and it’s expected to happen again next year. Here is everyt…

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Michael Kautzman
@Mikeee_Ka · X

What You Need to Know About Wildfire Smoke | SciShow News https://t.co/0r3VeROozK via @YouTube And a no instructions, simple, diy air purifier.

Sep 25, 2020 · 14 followers View post →
e-csce
@e_csce · X

What You Need to Know About Wildfire Smoke | SciShow News @ https://t.co/U6OYIASqUi https://t.co/IFgo3z2bYJ

Sep 25, 2020 · 118 followers View post →
Johannes Lüke
@JohannesSLueke · X

New video by SciShow: What You Need to Know About Wildfire Smoke | SciShow News https://t.co/bsRcSWVyMr

Sep 25, 2020 · 83 followers View post →
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@monkeyfister901 · X

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Sep 25, 2020 · 93 followers View post →
Charles Ikenna
@CharlesIkenna23 · X

What You Need to Know About Wildfire Smoke | SciShow News https://t.co/XboClPBWAT via @YouTube

Sep 25, 2020 · 1 like · 3 shares · 3,226 followers View post →
SciShow
@SciShow · X

This year’s wildfires spread smoke over most of the United States, and it’s expected to happen again next year. Here is everything you need to know about smoke, what it does, and how to protect yourself. https://t.co/MpcbbisSsA https://t.co/GXWFqnL3f0

Sep 25, 2020 · 14 likes · 2 shares · 115,755 followers View post →
Maria Valenti
@hlthyaging · X

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Sep 1, 2020 · 4 shares · 198 followers View post →
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@urmctoxicology · X

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Sep 1, 2020 · 4 shares · 242 followers View post →
NCCEH | CCNSE
@ncceh · X

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Aug 31, 2020 · 4 shares · 1,830 followers View post →
Environmental Health Perspectives
@EHPonline · X

MOST READ RESEARCH last week: Critical Review of Health Impacts of Wildfire Smoke Exposure ➡️ https://t.co/5OGaN6MCJZ

Aug 31, 2020 · 5 likes · 4 shares · 10,762 followers View post →
Viren Kaul, MD
@virenkaul · X

@coopesdetat @ketaminh @AmyNeilson12 @dr_ashwitt Having said that, there should be no doubt on the significant impact wildfires have on human health! Some light reading: https://t.co/7R575o1XKc https://t.co/s8Z0sRzCNQ

Jan 8, 2020 · 9,934 followers View post →
Peeyush Pallav
@peeyush_pallav · X

Critical Review of Health Impacts of Wildfire Smoke Exposure. - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/MXaaS82yMK

Dec 11, 2019 · 71 followers View post →
Irene Yen
@PubHealthCityPl · X

@allcorgis @Arrianna_Planey https://t.co/AaF2VopMa2 John Balmes worked with a then medical student about 4 years ago on a project. i'm not sure if that's a paper. It was a APHA presentation.

Jun 5, 2019 · 1 like · 1,398 followers View post →