Wildfire smoke: The health and environmental impacts

The Studio
10th Floor, Kresge Building
Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
677 Huntington Ave
Boston
Wed., Sep. 16, 2026, 1 – 1:45 p.m.



This summer, wildfire smoke degraded air quality across parts of Canada, the U.S., and other regions. In this event, experts will explain how wildfire smoke affects the lungs, heart, and body; who is most at risk; and how to reduce exposure. The discussion will cover practical steps for individuals, schools, and workplaces, including improving indoor air filtration, using portable air cleaners, and wearing protective masks.

Online Location: hsph.harvard.edu…
Gazette Classification: Environmental Sciences
Organization/Sponsor: Harvard Chan Studio presented jointly with Harvard Chan C-CHANGE
Speaker(s): Joseph Allen, Professor of Exposure Assessment Science, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Francesca Dominici, Clarence James Gamble Professor of Biostatistics, Population, and Data Science, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Mary Johnson, Principal Research Scientist, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Mary Rice, Mark and Catherine Winkler Associate Professor of Environmental Respiratory Health, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Contact Info: [email protected]
Harvard Key Required: No
More info: hsph.me…