Wildfires and Children’s Health

Western State PEHSU wildfire smoke infographic

Wildfires and Children’s Health

The Wildfires and Children’s Health website provides information on the unique health risks that wildfire smoke poses to children. It includes resources like short informational videos, fact sheets, infographics on mask use, tips for reducing smoke exposure, guidance on asthma management during wildfires, and scientific papers on the health effects of wildfire smoke in children. Many resources are also available in Spanish. Designed for parents, caregivers, and health professionals, the site emphasizes preventive actions and protective measures to reduce children’s exposure to wildfire smoke.

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Western State Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Unit

Type of resource

Website

Topic

Air Quality
Outdoor Activity Guidance
Smoke
Wildfire

Setting

Clinic
Daycare
Home
School