Health Implications of Wildfire Smoke for Seniors
In our recent Air Quality and Aging webinar hosted by ACA and West Central Airshed Society (WCAS), Dr. Ryan Allen shared research on long-term exposure to wildfire smoke and its link to premature mortality, reduced lung function, and increased risks of lung and brain cancers. For seniors, wildfire smoke also poses heightened risks, including poor brain health and increased dementia rates. Read our February newsletter for more insights on air quality and aging, and the 2024 annual data “Year in Review” for Edmonton region.