Medical experts worry that the raging wildfires in California and other western states could worsen the coronavirus pandemic, The Hill reported on Friday.
Wildfire smoke, which can weaken the immune system and cause respiratory illnesses, has made air quality in parts of the country the worst in the world.
Exposure to pollution can cause coughing, shortness of breath, sore throat and other similar symptoms.
It also poses a major threat to those with asthma and other health conditions, but the smoke could also worsen the effects of the novel coronavirus, leading to more severe cases or even death.
As Dr. David Hill, a spokesperson for the American Lung Association, explained, “At the levels of air pollution we’re seeing in the northwest now, it’s a matter of concern for everyone.”
Amid the pandemic, “having worse air quality might make it more likely for them to get infected and have worse disease with COVID-19,” he said.
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