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Bushfire smoke creates dangerous conditions for people with asthma

Asthma Australia says air pollution from bushfires across Victoria dramatically increases the risk of asthma attacks. Bushfire smoke contains fine particles and other pollutants that can penetrate deep into the lungs, triggering symptoms such as shortness of breath, chest tightness, coughing, and wheezing, and potentially…

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