"Wildfire Smoke Sparks Health Concerns and Emergency Calls in Midwest"

Metro Detroit emergency rooms and medical centers have reported an increase in respiratory problems due to poor air quality caused by Canadian wildfires. Both healthy individuals and patients with preexisting conditions, such as asthma and COPD, have been affected. The air quality alert has been extended, and doctors are advising people to limit outdoor activities and pay attention to air quality alerts and warnings. While some hospitals have not seen a significant uptick in respiratory issues yet, they caution that prolonged poor air quality conditions could lead to more acute exacerbations of lung diseases and other underlying health issues.