This disposable P100 mask by 3M is approved by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health and promises to ...

Even if you don't live in an area where wildfires are typical, it's important to know how to protect your health.

But Griselda Ellez, who picks leeks in California’s Ventura County, said she had no option but to continue working, even as ...

A significant body of research demonstrates that exposure to wildfire smoke has negative effects on the brain.

In recent years, wildfires have caused widespread devastation across the globe, displacing thousands of people and claiming ...

Wildfire smoke causes acute health problems, like asthma or bronchitis, as well as long-term risks from cancer-producing ...

What we’re really worried about is the PM2.5 levels,” or the fine particles in wildfire smoke, which have a diameter of less than 2.5 micrometers. In order for particles to enter your lungs’ air sacs, ...

Share on Pinterest N95 face masks offer the best protection from lung damage from wildfire smoke but KN95 masks are also effective. JOSH EDELSON/AFP via Getty Images As wildfires decimate ...

As wildfires continue to rage in the Los Angeles area, it should be obvious that the flames themselves are major threats, leaving devastation in their trails. So is the intense heat generated.

I would consider wearing a mask.” Adar says researchers have not found evidence that there’s ever a safe level of exposure to the particles found in wildfire smoke. Both Adar and Han recommend ...

Southern California wildfires have spurred smoke advisories by authorities and contributed to hazardous air quality ...

The fires in L.A. have caused terrible air quality conditions across the county. Here are ways you can protect yourself, and your children, from the health impacts of wildfire smoke.