Wildfire smoke increases dementia risk more than other forms of air pollution, landmark study finds

from Los Angeles Times 6 months ago

The study revealed a significantly stronger association between wildfire smoke exposure and dementia compared to other air pollution forms, surprising the researchers.
Los Angeles Timeshttps://www.latimes.com/environment/story/2024-07-29/study-wildfire-smoke-raises-dementia-risk-more-than-other-pollutants

Wildfires in Western states lead to high levels of fine-particle pollution, impacting health due to climate change effects and forest alterations.
Los Angeles Timeshttps://www.latimes.com/environment/story/2024-07-29/study-wildfire-smoke-raises-dementia-risk-more-than-other-pollutants

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Wildfire smoke increases dementia risk more than other forms of air pollution, landmark study finds
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