DOI: 10.1177/19394071261469795 ISSN: 1939-4071
As the Dust Settles: A Pediatric Perspective on How the Los Angeles Fires Have Prolonged Negative Health Outcomes in Children
Varsha Mona Puri, Ashaunta T. AndersonFamilies in Southern California continue to manage the effects of the January 2025 fires. Pediatric patients are experiencing medical and psychological impacts due to fire damage. Social drivers of health, such as environmental protections, socio-economic factors, and racial discrimination, influence community recovery. When assessing for toxins and developing policies to enhance community resilience, children should be considered a priority.