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Canada’s 2025 wildfire season has brought hazardous air—and with it, serious health risks. This guide equips families and caregivers with practical advice: from setting up a clean room and using N95 masks to monitoring air quality and recognizing smoke-induced illness.
Read MorePicture a serene moment shattered by the sudden tightness in your chest, each breath a struggle against an unseen adversary. For those living with asthma, this scenario is all too familiar. Yet, in the midst of such turmoil, Ventolin emerges as a steadfast companion. As a short-acting beta-agonist, it swiftly eases the constriction of airways, offering rapid relief during asthma flare-ups. Recognizing the telltale signs – wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness – is crucial. Swift action, including the timely administration of Ventolin, can make all the difference in reclaiming control over breathing.
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