Long-term Health Effects Of Wildfire Smoke Unknown

Salem Statesman Journal, Statesman Journal
Mon, 09/14/2020 - 2:35pm

The impact of a week of very high smoke levels, even if it happens every year or multiple times per year, hasn't been studied, OSU expert says.

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