Woodsmoke Exposure Triggers “Alarm Bells” in the Brain
Summary: New mouse study shows woodsmoke causes lasting brain inflammation and chemical changes, which may explain long-term effects seen in humans after smoke exposure. Major Findings: Woodsmoke Causes Lasting Brain Inflammation & Chemical Changes in Mice Smoke from wildfires and wood-burning stoves may have lingering effects on the brain, according to new research in mice. …
