Health News How Wildfires Can Affect Human Health

Researchers uncover wildfire smoke's impact on respiratory health

Breathing wildfire smoke, even briefly, can change the bacteria and immune cells in your lungs, which may contribute to adverse health effects. Read More

How Badly Does Smoke From Wildfires Affect Human Health?

It’s becoming an increasingly frequent occurrence: to look outside your window and see the place where you live suffused with smoke from nearby wildfires. In 2023, this was especially noticeable for ... Read More

14 Reasons Wildfire Smoke Is America’s Next Public Health Crisis, Scientists Warn

Wildfire smoke is a complex mix of gases and fine particles, with PM2.5 being the most concerning for your health. These particles penetrate deep into your respiratory system, exacerbating conditions ... Read More

How wildfire smoke impacts health

During wildfire season, every fire comes with the direct risk of what it burns. But there is a secondary risk that comes with all wildfires: The impact of smoke haze on human health. Smoky air is a ... Read More

Wildfire smoke associated with reproductive, maternal health issues

Wildfire smoke can adversely affect male fertility and pregnancy, new studies presented at the ASRM Scientific Congress & Expo show.“Wildfire smoke is a growing environmental and public health threat, ... Read More

New Study Links Wildfire Smoke to Premature Births

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 5, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Wildfire smoke may do more than harm the lungs. New research shows it could also raise the risk of premature birth. A large study from the University of ... Read More

Researchers to Investigate How Wildfire Smoke May Affect Fertility and Reproductive Health

The $4 million research program will examine how wildfire smoke may affect fertility and reproductive health. Read More

Smoke inhalation from wildfires linked to premature births

A large study by researchers from the University of Washington found that pregnant people exposed to wildfire smoke were more likely to deliver early. Read More

Lincoln Hospital and Fordham partner to study wildfire smoke’s impact on Bronx residents

NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln and Fordham University's Bronx Research Institute for Community Solutions (BRICS) have partnered to study the health impacts of ... Read More

New wildfire health data

New data is out exploring just how much wildfires can hurt us. UCLA’s annual California Health Interview Survey for 2024 found multiple ways that blazes take a toll on our health and wallets. What is ... Read More

Wildfire smoke found to reduce sperm quality in new study

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – Wildfire season may be over, but new research indicates a hidden toll still lingers among many. Researchers at the University of Washington found that wildfire smoke exposure ... Read More