You might be wondering what Asthma and Air Quality have to do with each other, but if you are then you probably don't have Asthma. Recent wildfire seasons have been a nightmare for everyone, but particularly those with Asthma as it gives just another trigger to set off their already spastic breathing. That's not even considering in the outdoor recreating part of things so add smoke to the list of things that irritate the lungs such as cold air, exertion/exercise, pollen, and much more that you are more likely to encounter when trying to exist outdoors. We cover what you can do to treat an Asthma attack in the wilderness, including a couple less conventional methods and a brief overview of what the Air Quality Index (AQI) is and how to use it. Plus some tips on wildfire safety and where to find more info.
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Music by Purple Planet Music- Wild in Australia
Disclaimer this podcast does not nor will it ever replace medical advice from a doctor, or training from a wilderness first aid, CPR, stop the bleed, or any first responder classes. Content provided is for entertainment purposes only.
