Wildfires, Air Pollution, and Health: A Vital Connection

🔥 Wildfires are not just an environmental issue—they are a growing public health crisis.

In her recent article in Público, Mariia Murasheva, a PhD candidate in Economics at Nova School of Business and Economics, sheds light on an often-overlooked consequence of wildfires in Portugal: their profound impact on human health. From fine particulate matter to carbon monoxide and volatile organic compounds, the pollutants generated by these fires contribute to respiratory illnesses, mental health challenges, and strain on local healthcare systems.

🌳 Wildfires affect not just ecosystems, but the well-being of entire communities.

Mariia’s work explores the intersection of environmental and health economics, focusing on how air pollution from wildfires impacts the well-being of local populations. Her research, conducted in collaboration with the Nova SBE Health Economics & Management Knowledge Center and the Environmental Economics Knowledge Center, highlights the urgent need for informed public policies that address both climate and health challenges.

📈 Understanding the health impacts of air pollution is critical for developing effective solutions.

To learn more about this crucial topic, check out Mariia’s article:
🔗 Impact of Wildfires on Health: A Neglected Consequence

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