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Studies Find: Ozone, Wood Smoke Raise Odds of COPD in Smokers and Nonsmokers
January 05, 2020

Studies Find: Ozone, Wood Smoke Raise Odds of COPD in Smokers and Nonsmokers

High levels of ozone and wood smoke each increase the risk for lung diseases like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) among smokers and nonsmokers alike, two new studies find. People with COPD gradually lose their ability to draw a decent breath. Cigarette smoking is the leading cause, but COPD also can be caused by regular…

Studies Find: Ozone, Wood Smoke Raise Odds of COPD in Smokers and Nonsmokers