Joan Casey, an expert in environmental health, teams up with Marianthi Anna Kiamor-Joglu, who studies air pollution's link to neurological diseases, and pediatrician Deborah Hendrickson, focusing on climate's impact on children's health. They dissect the dangers of wildfire smoke, discussing its toxic particles and their contribution to systemic health issues. The conversation highlights the urgent need for enhanced research and regulations, especially regarding vulnerable populations like children, and emphasizes collaborative strategies in managing this growing crisis.
