Statins for Coronary Patients Exposed to Wildfire-Related Air Pollution: An Opportunity to Reduce the Increased Risk of Coronary Events

Wildfire smoke exposure and cardiovascular disease—should statins be recommended to prevent cardiovascular events?

“…The use of effective masks (e.g., N95 masks) during short and particularly long-lasting wildfires is one relatively inexpensive solution, but these can become uncomfortable, particularly if they need to be worn for a protracted period whilst exposed to polluting particles. Another alternative, but still an effective and practical approach, is to pharmacologically improve endothelial function to reduce the risk of cardiovascular events ( 26 ). In a recent review, Hadley and coworkers ( 18 ) stressed that an important target when preparing for the wildfire season is the prevention of cardiovascular disease.…”