Re-Release: Protecting your lungs during wildfires
Published: July 17, 2026
Duration: 3:02
Note: This article originally ran on September 18, 2020 and was updated on January 8, 2025 and July 16, 2026.
Today on Health Lab, we re-releasing an episode about wildfires and how to protect your lung health in poor air quality. Experts offer advice for living in hazardous ranges. Read the full article on the Health Lab website, and click here for the episode transcript.
Resources:
Check the air quality in your area in real time: AirNow.gov
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