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Protecting Yourself from Wildfire Smoke

Posted by mamajite @mamajite, Jul 22 12:39pm

Since it seems this is going to be a bad wildfire smoke season, I wanted to make sure our community knows how dangerous it is and how to protect yourself from it. Wildfire smoke is unhealthy for everyone, but people with lung cancer are even more vulnerable to it. The public health department where I live has a helpful website with more info.
https://kingcounty.gov/en/dept/dph/health-safety/safety-injury-prevention/emergency-preparedness/personal-preparedness/wildfire-smoke

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daisydays | @daisydays | Jul 27 6:57pm
In reply to @mamajite "@vic83 I bought a monitor for CO2 and PM2.5 particles that I use in the house..." + (show)
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@vic83 I bought a monitor for CO2 and PM2.5 particles that I use in the house (I have a couple from Temtop). and that helps me know when I need more filtration, more oxygen etc.

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Hi @mamajite
Great idea ! So smart 😊
Daisy

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tedvoelker | @tedvoelker | 3 days ago

We have air purifiers in our bedroom and the basement. We also turned off our HRV to avoid smoke from getting into our house. We stayed inside but when I needed to go out I used my portable oxygen tank and wore a mask. Staying inside was still the best plan.

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tedvoelker | @tedvoelker | 3 days ago

Previous observations were correct that the air quality in Ontario was horrendous.

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sistertwo | @sistertwo | 1 day ago

The air quality was horrible in Rochester and throughout MN on July 14 & 15th. DH had been to see his pulmonary doctor on the 15th and we talked about a new treatment we felt very positive about. He drove the 4+ hours home and even sang (always good for his lungs). He had a massive stroke within a half hour of arriving home. I don't know if it was the air quality, high blood pressure or Eliquis that killed him, but it is emotionally killing me that he is gone.

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daisydays | @daisydays | 1 day ago
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The air quality was horrible in Rochester and throughout MN on July 14 & 15th. DH had been to see his pulmonary doctor on the 15th and we talked about a new treatment we felt very positive about. He drove the 4+ hours home and even sang (always good for his lungs). He had a massive stroke within a half hour of arriving home. I don't know if it was the air quality, high blood pressure or Eliquis that killed him, but it is emotionally killing me that he is gone.

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@sistertwo
I’m so very sorry for the loss of your husband, I can only imagine how awful this has been for you. You are in my prayers. Hugs 🤗 Daisy

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Sue, Volunteer Mentor | @sueinmn | 1 day ago
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The air quality was horrible in Rochester and throughout MN on July 14 & 15th. DH had been to see his pulmonary doctor on the 15th and we talked about a new treatment we felt very positive about. He drove the 4+ hours home and even sang (always good for his lungs). He had a massive stroke within a half hour of arriving home. I don't know if it was the air quality, high blood pressure or Eliquis that killed him, but it is emotionally killing me that he is gone.

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@sistertwo I am so sorry to hear about losing your husband so suddenly. You will likely never know what caused the stroke, but how wonderful that you had a lovely drive home together. Sending you virtual hugs.

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mamajite | @mamajite | 22 hours ago
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The air quality was horrible in Rochester and throughout MN on July 14 & 15th. DH had been to see his pulmonary doctor on the 15th and we talked about a new treatment we felt very positive about. He drove the 4+ hours home and even sang (always good for his lungs). He had a massive stroke within a half hour of arriving home. I don't know if it was the air quality, high blood pressure or Eliquis that killed him, but it is emotionally killing me that he is gone.

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@sistertwo that must've been a terrible shock. it could have been some unfortunate combination of all of those factors. I'm very sorry for your loss. you've probably heard the saying that grief is love with nowhere to go. please take good care of yourself and do the things that help you feel less alone. ❤️‍🩹

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denzie | @denzie | 6 hours ago
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The air quality was horrible in Rochester and throughout MN on July 14 & 15th. DH had been to see his pulmonary doctor on the 15th and we talked about a new treatment we felt very positive about. He drove the 4+ hours home and even sang (always good for his lungs). He had a massive stroke within a half hour of arriving home. I don't know if it was the air quality, high blood pressure or Eliquis that killed him, but it is emotionally killing me that he is gone.

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@sistertwo so very sorry for your loss and your pain.

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