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When hazy conditions worsen along the Front Range, UCHealth experts warn residents about potential health risks and share precautions people may want to take.<\/p>\n

\u201cPeople with lung and heart problems are specifically at risk for issues with all the smoke and the haze that\u2019s out today,\u201d said Dr. Todd Bull<\/a>, a pulmonologist with the Comprehensive Lung & Breathing Program at UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital<\/a> in Aurora<\/p>\n

On these worsening days, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) may issue an \u201caction day alert\u201d for areas of the Front Range because ozone and fine particulate concentrations can reach unhealthy ranges (101-150 Air Quality Index) for the \u201csensitive group\u201d category. This group includes people with heart or lung disease, older adults and children.<\/p>\n

Bull said the fine particulate matter \u2013 which reduces visibility and makes the air look dusty or hazy \u2013 is the biggest concern as it enters the lungs easily and can cause worsening shortness of breath, cough or oxygenation.<\/p>\n

Bull stressed that people with asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or emphysema<\/a>, the elderly, younger children \u2013 those with asthma and chronic lung conditions \u2013 and chronic smokers should take certain precautions during these higher AQI levels, which include staying indoors and limiting excessive exertion.<\/p>\n

\u201cAvoid being out when it\u2019s extremely hazy and foggy out with a lot of smoke in the air, as these can all be irritants that cause worsening of their cough and can even cause progression to more severe exacerbation of their already chronic conditions,\u201d Bull said.<\/p>\n

Signs you may be having problems:<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\u201cCertainly any significant coughing or increased difficulty breathing \u2013 feeling like you can\u2019t get enough air \u2013 you should definitely seek medical attention,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

People without underlying heart and lung conditions are safe to be outside at this time, Bull said.<\/p>\n

“They’ll probably notice the difference, such as burning in the eyes, nose or upper respiratory track, but shouldn’t be concerned with short-term exposure. If you have an underlying lung, heart or respiratory public, that were you can get into trouble.”<\/p>\n

Chest discomfort, wheezing and seasonal allergies made worse by the smoke are typical symptoms one may experience during high AQI levels, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).<\/p>\n

The UCHealth experts advise people to:<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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  • Take medications as prescribed. Don\u2019t take more medication or take it more often than prescribed because of the worsening conditions. Call your physician if you require increased medication or experience increased symptoms.<\/li>\n
  • If you have extreme shortness of breath, seek emergency care.<\/li>\n
  • Stay indoors as much as possible and close windows.<\/li>\n
  • Keep windows rolled\u00a0up while driving.<\/li>\n
  • Have air conditioning recirculating in the home rather than drawing in air from outside.<\/li>\n
  • Limit or eliminate outdoor exercise until the air clears.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    \u201cPeople need to watch their bodies and listen to how they\u2019re feeling,\u201d Bull said. \u201cIf you\u2019re out and you feel like you\u2019re having some trouble more so than usual, you may have to adjust those activities, stay in or find some alternative fun to have on Labor Day.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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