Growing evidence points to link between autism and wildfire smoke

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By Zoya TeirsteinFeb 12, 2026, 4:30 am115 ptsTrending
Two new studies have identified an alarming connection between exposure to wildfire smoke during pregnancy and autism in young children. The unprecedented findings suggest the neurological consequences of breathing smoke are more profound than previously thought. The research builds on a robust body of…

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