With the Wesley Ridge wildfire continuing to burn, Island Health is reminding people of the increased levels of health risks associated with wildfire smoke, and what people can do to take care of their body.

Over the past week the Nanaimo region, including Cedar, South Wellington and Cassidy, had an air quality warning – since removed – due to the Wesley Ridge fire, which started on July 31.

As of the last update on Thursday, Aug. 7, the region is clear of any air quality warnings, including those previously issued for east central Vancouver Island and inland Vancouver Island. Additionally, the air quality index shows low risk in Nanaimo.

Dr. Mark Cachia, interim medical health officer for Nanaimo and Oceanside, said some individuals, including those with chronic respiratory conditions,

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