During wildfire season, every fire comes with the direct risk of what it burns. But there is a secondary risk that comes with all wildfires: The impact of smoke haze on human health. Smoky air is a ...

Wildfire smoke is no longer confined to distant regions. It is increasingly affecting communities throughout the United States, raising urgent questions about air quality, public health, and long-term ...

A view of St. Paul’s skyline is seen through heavy haze from high bridges overlooking the Mississippi River due to poor air quality conditions on Friday in St. Paul.

Wildfires destroy lives and livelihoods. But survivors and firefighters also suffer long-term harm to their health. A growing body of research suggests particulate matter (PM2.5) in wildfire smoke is ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: We’re living in an area that’s seeing increasing episodes of wildfire smoke. I’m concerned about how it could be affecting our health. Should we be concerned? ANSWER: As wildfires ...