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Chris Pascoe, an associate professor at the University of Manitoba who specializes in chronic respiratory diseases, says exposure to wildfire smoke at an early age can lead to frequent lung infections and an increased risk of developing respiratory diseases like asthma. (Karen Pauls/CBC)

CBC Manitoba: Air quality index warnings and how to protect yourself

July 16, 2025 — 

Dr. Christopher Pascoe, associate professor, Department of Physiology and Pathophysiology spoke with CBC’s Marjorie Dowhos about the impacts that wildfire smoke can have on your lungs.

He also gives tips on how to keep yourself safe during an air quality health index is above 7.

To listen to the entire conversation, please follow the link to CBC Manitoba.

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