12 Jan Bushfire Smoke and Your Health
As the bushfires continue to burn, it is hard to watch all the devastation it’s caused to so many people, communities and animals. While our incredible firefighters and volunteers continue to battle blazes in many states, we will continue to experience smoke haze even if you live a long way from a bushfire. Bushfire smoke can travel hundreds of kilometres and it poses a range of health issues, especially for those with pre-existing heart or lung conditions. Air pollution from the bushfires has been at its worst over the last couple of weeks and it is forecasted to continue. Why is bushfire smoke a health risk? Bushfire smoke is a...