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* PM 2.5 Fact Sheet Page 3 of 3
• When dust and smoke are present, limit time outdoors.
• Avoid physical exertion, indoors or outdoors, when dust or smoke levels are
high.
• If you have symptoms of heart or lung disease, including shortness of
breath, chest tightness, chest pain, palpitations or unusual fatigue, contact
your health care provider.
• If you have heart or lung diseases, make sure you have adequate
medication on hand. If you have asthma, be sure to follow your asthma
management plan.
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