With the air quality poor in the Sault area and expected to reach 'very high risk' levels as wildfire smoke continues to plague the region, Algoma Public Health has issued a list of tips to minimize the health effects of air pollutants.
“Poor air quality can cause health problems, with those at increased risk being children, seniors, pregnant people, people with lung and/or heart conditions, and those who spend long periods of time outdoors” said Nicole Lindahl, manager of Emergency Preparedness and Response at Algoma Public Health. “It is recommended to reduce your time outside if you are at increased risk or are experiencing symptoms such as coughing, eye irritation, or difficulty breathing.
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