A study conducted by researchers at the University of Maryland found that smoke from Canadian wildfires in 2023 traveled 2000 miles to the East Coast, leading to poor air quality days and an 18% increase in medical visits for heart and lung conditions. Patients reported worsened symptoms like coughing and increased reliance on medications. The study highlighted the need for better healthcare access for economically disadvantaged patients during similar climate events in the future. The researchers used advanced analytical tools to analyze data and identify at-risk patients, suggesting the importance of proactive healthcare measures on high-risk days.
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Smoke from Canadian wildfires leads to surge in heart and lung problems in the U.S.
