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Wildfires Claim 31 Lives, Health Risks Surge Post-Fires

1/15/2026

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The Eaton and Palisades fires killed at least 31 people and destroyed over 16,000 buildings.
A Cedars-Sinai study found heart attacks rose 46% and acute lung illness 24% after the fires.
Nearly a year later, health issues persist, leading Huntington Hospital to expand its pulmonary services.
Huntington Hospital's pulmonary clinic operates twice a month to evaluate wildfire-exposed patients.
Claire Robinson, an Altadena resident, emphasizes monitoring health and taking preventive measures.

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Story summary

The Eaton and Palisades fires killed at least 31 people and destroyed over 16,000 buildings.
A Cedars-Sinai study found heart attacks rose 46% and acute lung illness 24% after the fires.
Nearly a year later, health issues persist, leading Huntington Hospital to expand its pulmonary services.
Huntington Hospital's pulmonary clinic operates twice a month to evaluate wildfire-exposed patients.
Claire Robinson, an Altadena resident, emphasizes monitoring health and taking preventive measures.