CCS Planetary Health Air Quality Resources
Wildfires, air pollution, and cardiovascular health in focus.
In Canada, air pollution is responsible for over 15,000 premature deaths annually1 , with half of those related to ischemic heart disease and stroke.2 On a global scale, air pollution accounts for ~20% of cardiovascular disease deaths.3, 4
For this reason, the CCS has created a series of resources with expert insights and practical advice to help you protect your patients’ heart health.
These resources are designed for health professionals who support the cardiovascular health of Canadians.
Section 3 accredited module: Navigating Patient Health Amidst Wildfires
Complete our Section 3 accredited module on the impact of wildfires on cardiovascular and respiratory health.
CCS podcast: Canadian Wildfires Impact on Cardiovascular & Respiratory Health
Listen to Dr. Matthew Bennett, Dr. Stephen Wilton, and Dr. Emily Bringham discuss the increased risk of cardiovascular events and exacerbations of lung diseases caused by wildfires.
Refer your patients to our Air Quality Advisor – designed to help people understand how air quality can affect their health, and how they can protect themselves when air quality is poor.
Looking for more? Check out the Planetary Health page on our website.
- Health Canada. Health Impacts of Air Pollution in Canada: Estimates of morbidity and premature mortality outcomes – 2021 Report. Accessed on April 5, 2022.
- Rajagopalan S, Landrigan PJ. Pollution and the Heart. N Engl J Med. 2021;385:1881-189.
- World Heart Federation. Air pollution and cardiovascular disease: A window of opportunity. Accessed on November 30, 2021.
- World Health Organization. Preventing disease through healthy environments: A global assessment of the burden of disease from environmental risks. Accessed on November 30, 2021.