Even though people react differently to smog, one thing is certain: The more we are exposed to smog, the more poisons we will breathe, which results in more danger to ourselves. Even at very low doses, smog poses a grave risk to our health and well-being.

This is particularly unfortunate for children because they spend a great deal of time outside in the summer and as a result are exposed to more pollutants.

Due to the fact that children have smaller airways and breathe more quickly than adults, they inhale more polluted air. Consequently, when the air is bad, they are exposed to a large dose of pollution.

The Ontario Medical Association has just launched the OMA Smog-Wise Information Program that offers a prescription on smog health to patients across Ontario. We want to make it clear that there are ways to reduce the harmful impact of smog on your children.

For the most vulnerable, such as children with asthma, a clean, cool indoor environment is the best place to be. For other children it may be fine just to take it easy. When smog levels are especially high, it may be advisable to reschedule outdoor sporting events. Source.

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