As forest fires flare up once more, filling the air with smoke and harmful particulates, this can be a particularly challenging period, especially for individuals with pre-existing lung health conditions. When we have high exposures to toxins, smoke, or other particles, the lungs’ natural defence systems have difficulty keeping up, and it impacts our ability to exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide. ☑️ Tiredness ☑️ Coughing ☑️ Frequent lung infections ☑️ Asthma attacks ☑️ Excess mucous production ☑

Something in the Air: Particulate Matter and Your Health