"Health Risks and Concerns Surrounding Poor Air Quality in Various US Regions"

Poor air quality caused by wildfires and ground-level ozone is affecting up to 100 million people in the US, with the Northeast being hit particularly hard. Exposure to air pollution can cause short-term irritation to the eyes, nose, throat, and lungs, and long-term health issues such as severe asthma, heart disease, and lung cancer. Experts recommend staying indoors as much as possible, monitoring air quality alerts, and wearing masks when outside. Pets can also be affected by poor air quality and should be kept indoors as much as possible.