Lighting up cancer cells with biolasers. The technique overcomes the limitations of current cancer diagnostic tools. Read the full article on the Health Lab website, and click here for the episode transcript.

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As climate change continues, the growing number and intensity of wildfires creates more air pollution, leading to poor air quality being a more common occurrence in many areas. Most parents are concerned about children's exposure to unhealthy air quality, but may not know the steps to take to help keep kids safe during those conditions. Read the full article on the Health Lab website, and click here for the episode transcript.

Resources:

Check the air quality in your area in real time: AirNow.gov

Build your own low-cost air purifier video tutorial

For more information: Air Quality Index

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All Health Lab content including health news, best practices and research insights are for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional or personalized medical guidance. Always seek the advice of a health care provider for questions about your health and treatment options.

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Today on Health Lab, we share an article about wildfires and how to protect your lung health in poor air quality. Experts offer advice for living in hazardous ranges. Read the full article on the Health Lab website, and click here for the episode transcript.

Resources:

Check the air quality in your area in real time: AirNow.gov

Build your own low-cost air purifier video tutorial

For more information: Air Quality Index

For more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health research and information to your inbox each week. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network, and is produced by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. You can subscribe to Health Lab on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

All Health Lab content including health news, best practices and research insights are for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional or personalized medical guidance. Always seek the advice of a health care provider for questions about your health and treatment options.

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