Wildfire smoke is linked to a host of medical problems, even in people who are otherwise healthy. Here's what you need to know.

In the days after the devastating wildfires, air monitors recorded some of the highest levels of air pollution in recent years, coinciding with a surge in hospital visits.

Explore the medical hazards of wildfire smoke and its impact on health. Learn about the chemicals and particles released by fires.

Smoke exposure can especially pose a problem when the smoke comes from urban areas with more than just vegetation to burn, Dr. Lipi Roy said.