CityNews Toronto·3 min read·medium
How does wildfire smoke affect your brain today and down the road?
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Medical experts are warning that fine particulate matter (PM2.5) from wildfire smoke can travel beyond the lungs to the brain, potentially causing inflammation and long-term cognitive decline. Studies suggest that prolonged exposure to polluted air is linked to memory issues and an increased risk of dementia.
TORONTO — The perils of wildfire smoke don’t stop at the lungs or the heart. They can also affect the brain.
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