Health concerns about bushfire smoke focus mainly on respiratory conditions, but concern is rising about the impact the fumes can have on the heart and circulatory system.
Recent evidence suggests the smoke can cause cardiovascular problems and complicate existing ones, although this impact is not immediately obvious and may remain hidden.
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