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  • Wildland fires are increasing in frequency and extent due to climate change.
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  • Previous reviews on wildfire smoke impacts were published before 2017.

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  • To review recent (2017-present) English-language, peer-reviewed literature on the respiratory impacts of wildland fire smoke.
  • To summarize the health effects of wildfire smoke on the general population and firefighters.
  • To identify knowledge gaps regarding short-term and long-term respiratory impacts.

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  • Wildfire smoke exposure causes respiratory irritative symptoms, exacerbates chronic conditions like asthma and COPD, and is linked to increased mortality in the general population.
  • Firefighters may experience higher asthma prevalence and COPD occurrence, though short-term respiratory impacts and excess mortality require further study.
  • While mesothelioma incidence has increased, lung cancer incidence has not generally risen among firefighters exposed to wildfire smoke.

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  • Highlights the severe respiratory health risks associated with increasing wildland fire smoke exposure.
  • Underscores the heightened toxicity of WUI smoke, emphasizing the need for targeted public health interventions.
  • Identifies critical research needs concerning the short-term and long-term respiratory consequences of inhaling fire smoke particles.