Wildfire smoke poses emerging health risks to children, reshaping outdoor activities

Increasing wildfire smoke in populated regions is forcing schools and families to reconsider outdoor play and sports, with health experts warning of long-term respiratory impacts on developing lungs.

First covered Aug 1, 2026 · 6:00 AM PT · 1 article

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2d Grist How wildfire smoke is reshaping childhood

Primary sources

assessments.epa.gov Asthma-Associated Emergency Department Visits During the Canadian Wildfire Smoke Episodes — United States, April–August 2023

epa.gov Protect Children from Wildfires, Smoke, and Volcanic Ash | US EPA

pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov Respiratory health outcomes of children and adolescents exposed to wildfire smoke: a systematic review

More coverage from around the web

insideclimatenews.org How Wildfire Smoke Is Reshaping Childhood - Inside Climate News

who.int Wildfire smoke: a frequently underestimated health risk

childrenscolorado.org Wildfire Smoke and Kids | Children's Hospital Colorado

epa.gov WILDFIRE SMOKE FACTSHEET Children’s Health and Wildfires

healthychildren.org Wildfires: Taking Care of Your Children & Yourself - HealthyChildren.org

Appeared in: 2026-08-03 (#14)

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