Eleftheria Stamati
Volume6-Issue10
Dates: Received: 2025-09-08 | Accepted: 2025-10-28 | Published: 2025-10-29
Pages: 1611-1613
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Wildfire smoke is a major environmental health hazard in Mediterranean regions such as Greece. Fine particulate matter (PM₂.₅) and toxic gases contribute to acute and chronic respiratory diseases, elevate cardiovascular morbidity and mortality, and produce long- term psychological impacts. This paper synthesizes epidemiological evidence, describes underlying pathophysiological mechanisms, and proposes integrated public health and policy strategies to mitigate wildfire-related health risks. In addition, it highlights research and policy gaps relevant to the Mediterranean context, emphasizing the need for economic and health preparedness.
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DOI: 10.37871/jbres2214
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Wildfire smoke is a major environmental health hazard in Mediterranean regions such as Greece. Fine particulate matter (PM₂.₅) and toxic gases contribute to acute and chronic respiratory diseases, elevate cardiovascular morbidity and mortality, and pr 
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Stamati E. Wildfi re-Related Health Impacts: Quantitative Analysis of Respiratory, Cardiovascular and Psychological Outcomes. J Biomed Res Environ Sci. 2025 Oct 29; 6(10): 1611-1613. doi: 10.37871/jbres2214, Article ID: JBRES2214, Available at: https://www.jelsciences.com/articles/jbres2214.pdf
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