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Winter fog becomes a ‘hidden danger’: Asthma, allergy and bronchitis patients should be alert, know important precautions
Samira Vishwas | November 14, 2025 6:25 PM CST

Winter Fog Health Risks: Winter morning fog increases the risk for people with asthma, allergies, bronchitis, sinus and other respiratory problems. Falling temperatures, air humidity and airborne particles (dust, pollen, pollution) persist in fog for a long time. In such a situation, the respiratory tubes of the body can get irritated quickly. Today we are telling you 7 important precautions for such patients, which must be adopted in foggy or cold mornings.

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Winter Fog Health Risks

Avoid going out in the morning

  • Fog is densest between 5 and 9 in the morning.
  • Avoid going out during this period.
  • If it is necessary to go out, wear a mask.
  • Time to go out in the afternoon, when the air is relatively clean.

Use N95 mask or scarf (Winter Fog Health Risks)

Fog includes not only water droplets but also dust, pollen, dust mites and smog.
N95 mask filters PM2.5 and PM10 particles and reduces the chances of allergy attacks.

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Do not inhale cold air directly

Cold air can increase asthma bronchospasm (airway tightening). Cover nose and mouth with a scarf. Avoid fast breathing and breathe slowly.

Maintain proper ventilation of indoor air

Keeping the house closed in winter causes dust, moisture and allergy particles to accumulate in the room. Open windows and doors for some time during the day so that the air can change.

consume hot water and steam (Winter Fog Health Risks)

Take steam inhalation two to three times a day. Keep drinking lukewarm water, it thins the mucus. Stiffness in throat and chest reduces.

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Take inhalers and medicines regularly as per doctor’s advice.

People with asthma and allergies often leave their inhalers in the cold, which increases attacks. Take the controller inhaler regularly. Always carry the reliever inhaler prescribed by your doctor.

Take care of cleanliness and humidity of the house

Dust mites and fungus become more active in winter. Wash bedding and curtains regularly. Keep room humidity between 30–50%. While running the heater, keep a bowl of water nearby so that the air does not become too dry.

Additional Tips (Winter Fog Health Risks)

  1. Keep distance from strong perfume, incense sticks, smoke, paint etc.
  2. Do light exercise indoors, not in fog.
  3. Wash face and hands after coming from outside.

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