This disposable P100 mask by 3M is approved by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health and promises to ...

The good news is that N95 masks can filter out 95% of smoke particles, according to California’s health department. The best thing to do is stay inside and limit your outdoor activities ...

Air pollution from wildfire smoke may cause shortness of breath, but face masks can offer protection ... levels for millions of people in Southern California. The Los Angeles Air Quality Index ...

Thousands of farmworkers labored in fields in Ventura County in late January in wildfire smoke. They have little to no ...

More than a week after a series of wildfires broke out in and around Los Angeles, winds are starting to let up, giving firefighting crews the upper hand in containment efforts.

Wildfires are ablaze across California and they pose a significant threat to residents—not just because of the fire, but also due to the health impacts of breathing in smoke. These can range ...

Even if you don't live in an area where wildfires are typical, it's important to know how to protect your health.

Here are experts’ answers to all your smoke removal questions. Wildfires create a wide array ... to avoid using candles or air fresheners that mask odors instead of eliminating the root cause.

Since the wildfires, Dr. Philip Amoils is seeing more patients with bronchitis, chronic sinusitis, congestion and asthma.

The composition of a wildfire can also have an impact on human health. With the California fires engulfing homes and businesses, smoke in the region is likely carrying chemicals released from ...

Wildfire smoke contains a "complex ... and CEO of Next Health in California. When venturing outside, experts recommend wearing a well-fitting N95 respirator mask to filter out smoke particles.