Canadian Wildfire Smoke Effects Can Last, UMD Doctor Says

Canadian wildfire smoke effects can last, UMD doctor says

Wildfire smoke has once again taken hold of Baltimore, but new research from the University of Maryland shows impacts can last long after the skies clear.

Wildfire smoke triggers health concerns and could cost millions for Marylanders, according to research

Zafari said preventive measures such as wearing face masks and limiting outdoor activity are the best solutions, and could save an estimated 13 to 24% of those costs.

University of Maryland study warns of rising health costs from Canadian wildfire smoke

Zafar Zafari, an associate professor at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy, explained that the research identified six "hot spot days" in Maryland tied to the smoke from the Canadian wildfires in 2023.

Maryland study shows wildfire smoke exposure can harm health beyond the haze

Wildfire smoke from Canada is once again creating dangerous air quality across parts of the Northeast. Research from the University of Maryland shows the health effects can last well beyond the smoky skies. During six of the smokiest days linked to the 2023 Canadian wildfires, researchers said the impact showed up quickly in Maryland hospitals, especially in heart and lung cases. “We noticed an almost 18 to 20% increase in the number of encounte…

Research: Health Effects of Smoke from Wildfires

We have experts available to be interviewed about a significant 2024 research study published by the University of Maryland Institute for Health Computing (UM-IHC) that found that smoke from Canadian wildfires and the resulting poor air quality can affect the health of people who live thousands of miles away.