Sub-Daily Exposure to Fine Particulate Matter and Ambulance Dispatches during Wildfire Seasons: A Case-Crossover Study in British Columbia, Canada.

Jiayun Yao, Michael Brauer, Julie Wei, Kimberlyn M McGrail, Fay H Johnston, Sarah B Henderson

June 2020 Environ Health Perspect

Synopsis of Social media discussions

The posts reflect a strong interest in the study, with users highlighting the rapid effects of particulate matter on health and sharing detailed data, such as AQI levels in Oregon. The tone varies from informational to alarmed, emphasizing the significance and real-world implications of wildfire-related air pollution, which underscores the consensus that this research has meaningful health and policy impacts.

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Most discussions acknowledge the research's importance in highlighting the health impacts of wildfire smoke, supporting the study's findings and implications.

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Posts demonstrate a high interest by sharing detailed comments, referencing specific data like AQI levels, and encouraging others to read the article.

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Some posts engage deeply by linking the research to personal experiences or public health concerns, though others mainly share links or summaries.

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The discussions bring attention to potential health risks, emphasizing the urgency and relevance, which could influence public awareness or policy considerations.

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Metrics

Video Views

30,522

Total Likes

783

Extended Reach

105,760

Social Features

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    MOST READ RESEARCH last week: Sub-Daily Exposure to Fine Particulate Matter and Ambulance Dispatches during Wildfire Seasons: A Case-Crossover Study in British Columbia, Canada ➡️ https://t.co/xPhwTEoMiC @ubcspph
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    Corrected tweet: “It’s alarming to see just how quickly fine particulate matter seems to affect the respiratory and cardiovascular system.” –Jiayun Yao Read the paper in EHP ➡️ https://t.co/dWHHcCN48b https://t.co/Py88fbzckL @georgiastraight
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    RT @joanacasey: AQI = 277, PM25 = 227ug/m3 at my parent's in Oregon today Not good for cardiovascular or respiratory outcomes, for example…
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    AQI = 277, PM25 = 227ug/m3 at my parent's in Oregon today Not good for cardiovascular or respiratory outcomes, for example, see this recent @EHPonline article: https://t.co/FSLlCsTDDp https://t.co/KTD1s6aS7G
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    RT @EHPonline: NOW AVAILABLE: Hourly data on ambulance dispatches and PM2.5 during six wildfire seasons in British Columbia suggest rapid i…
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    NEW RESEARCH: Sub-Daily Exposure to Fine Particulate Matter and Ambulance Dispatches during Wildfire Seasons: A Case-Crossover Study in British Columbia, Canada. Read the article ➡️ https://t.co/dH4uW6ygFx @ubcspph
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    NOW AVAILABLE: Hourly data on ambulance dispatches and PM2.5 during six wildfire seasons in British Columbia suggest rapid impacts on CV and respiratory outcomes and associations with diabetic outcomes that grew over time. Read the article ➡️ https://t.co/0pt2IFqKdp https://t.co/YI2YHqD1XA
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Abstract Synopsis

  • The study investigated how short-term (subdaily) exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) during wildfire seasons in British Columbia is linked to ambulance calls for respiratory, circulatory, and diabetic health issues, finding that certain health problems increase rapidly within 1 hour of exposure.
  • Using a case-crossover design and models to analyze hourly data from 2010 to 2015, the research showed that the risk for breathing problems and asthma/COPD ishighest within 48 hours of increased PM2.5 levels, with odds ratios indicating more ambulance dispatches during these periods.
  • The findings suggest that wildfire smoke exposure has immediate effects on respiratory and cardiovascular health, and that the risk for diabetic events rises more gradually over time, aligning with previous research on wildfire-related air pollution impacts.