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Impact of Climate Change and Wildfire Smoke on Skin: AAD

Studies show California wildfires led to an increase in the number of patients visiting dermatologists for flares in skin conditions.

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By: Christine Esposito

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New research shows that as wildfires are increasing in frequency, intensity and extent, and affecting air quality across the US, they are having a detrimental effect on people with and without skin conditions. A board-certified dermatologist at the American Academy of Dermatology's Annual Meeting in New Orleans was scheduled to discuss discuss strategies to minimize the effect air pollution can have skin. “The health impact of air pollution from wildfires has not been well studied,...

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