Wildfire smoke endangers children with asthma

As wildfires begin to engulf forests across the Pacific Northwest, the resulting smoke can dangerously affect children with asthma. Wildfire smoke contains particulates that damage lungs, and prolonged exposure can raise one’s risk of lung cancer.

UW Medicine pediatrician Dr. Nicole Johnson presents facts about the harms of wildfire smoke and tips about how parents can safeguard their children when the smoke arrives.

• Download broadcast-ready soundbites and related multimedia with Dr. Nicole Johnson. 
• Download broadcast-ready soundbites and related multimedia with Shatoya Banks, parent of a child who has asthma. (Photos in videos courtesy of Shatoya Banks.)
• Read our related blog item.