Vaping was just a way to pass the time, until it sent her into a coma. Petrea Mckeithen, of Wilkes-Barre, a 26-year-old ...

While most research has focused on general air pollution, emerging studies indicate that wildfire smoke can have similar health effects.

Major air pollutants have declined in recent decades, but USA TODAY’s analysis shows wildfire smoke is taking their place.

Wildfire smoke contains tiny particles, which are much smaller than the width of a human hair and penetrate deep into the lungs ... “It was such a clear blue day before, and it just all happened ...

Wildfire smoke is particularly hazardous, especially for those with lung problems ... with the sun out and a calm, clear blue sky. But to our north, smoke from the fires is billowing over the ...

David Lynch, the 78-year-old visionary director of Twin Peaks and Blue Velvet ... The main goal is to preserve lung function through lifestyle changes, medications and, in some instances, surgery.

Other symptoms of bronchitis include chest pain, breathlessness, a sore throat, a runny nose, and a high temperature, ...

Dr Lee says: "This occurs because the lung function has deteriorated and there is not enough oxygen in the blood stream." There are lots of different indicators that your oxygen levels are too low, ...

Clendenin/Getty Images Wildfire smoke ... into the lungs. Before you exercise outdoors, it’s a good idea to check your local Air Quality Index (AQI) to stay safe. A clear, blue sky is becoming ...