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Children are not the only group who have a higher risk of getting sick from wildfire smoke. Others include: 1. People with chronic health conditions: ow.ly/ZoJ250Zs3FN 2. People who are pregnant: ow.ly/8IMb50Zs3FQ 3. Responders: ow.ly/216l50Zs3FR
Three firefighters in full gear face a large, intense blaze.

ALT Three firefighters in full gear face a large, intense blaze.

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Wildfire smoke can harm anyone’s health, but children are especially sensitive. This year, OHA published updated guidance for youth outdoor activities during times when the air quality is poor. See OHA’s updated recommendations: ow.ly/3Ukn50Zs3cv
A child wearing a blue backpack holding an adult's hand while walking outdoors.

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During allergy season, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation (AAFA) recommends checking pollen counts daily and taking steps to block pollen from getting into your home. AAFA’s Healthier Home Checklist gives a room-by-room guide to improving indoor air: ow.ly/WSl250YKCKV.
A screenshot of the healthier home checklist, a tool for improving indoor air quality.

ALT A screenshot of the healthier home checklist, a tool for improving indoor air quality.

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Want to know the pollen and mold counts for where you live? The National Allergy Bureau has a map of stations that monitor these levels across the country: pollen.aaaai.org/#/. You can sign up for email alerts that will tell you when levels change.
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ALT White daisies blooming in a grassy field. There is a yellow hue from the sunlight in the background.

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Do your seasonal allergies seem worse than normal? It’s likely they are. A warmer, earlier spring means that plants have more time to grow and release pollen. Check out Climate Central’s resources on this topic: ow.ly/OT8I50YKCtN
A map of the US showing increased growing season lengths from 1970 to 2025. Dots of various colors indicate the increase of days in the growing season across the country.

ALT A map of the US showing increased growing season lengths from 1970 to 2025. Dots of various colors indicate the increase of days in the growing season across the country.

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You may not win an award for being the most romantic, but a radon test is definitely a gift that shows love. It’s an important step in protecting your family’s health from the dangers of radon and lung cancer.
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Help raise awareness about radon! Oregon Radon Awareness Program has information about radon testing and prevention. Website: healthoregon.org/radon
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National Radon Action Month is almost over, but you can test radon at any time of the year.
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Did you test your home and find high levels of radon? Next step, is to install a radon reduction system to protect your household from further exposure. The Oregon Radon Awareness Program has a list of certified radon professionals to contact. Website: ow.ly/1bsS50XGxsI
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Oregon Radon Awareness Program uses radon data to inform public health planning, leading to healthier communities! Visit the Oregon Radon Awareness website to explore the Radon ZIP code map learn what radon risk your ZIP code is. Radon Risk Map ow.ly/wnme50XGxn8
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Testing your home for radon, is the only way to find out if you have a radon. Test kits are easy to use and can be found online or at your local home improvement store for $25-30.
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