Sean DeCrane

Fire and medical officials warn about glutathione, a supplement offered to wildland firefighters exposed to toxic chemicals while battling blazes. Experts state that the supplement has not been proven safe or effective and was recalled in August due to bacterial contamination. The International Association of Firefighters issued an advisory urging caution because glutathione is not an FDA-approved drug.

Officials warned that a supplement called glutathione, used by Western wildland firefighters exposed to toxic smoke, has not been proven safe or effective. The International Association of Firefighters cautioned consumers regarding product safety due to contamination risks found in recalled supplements. Despite the use of the supplement at locations like Spokane, Washington, experts noted the lack of evidence supporting its benefits.