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About The Study: Wildfire smoke exposure was associated with significantly increased odds of subsequent emergency department visits for mental health conditions in this cross-sectional study, with varying lag times for different subconditions and demographic groups. Health care professionals and systems should prepare for a possible increase in demand for mental health–related emergency services during wildfire events.
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