Detroit gas stoves can cause asthma. Doctor Explains

Lung Health

Dr. Puja Uppal, DO, MA says this: "If you live in Wayne County, you need to know that environmental pollution can harm your mental & physical health."

In the news: Detroit, research continues to show some children's asthma comes from gas stove ranges.

Doctor's Insight about Lung Health and Children's Asthma

The key point to know is that gas ranges release pollutants into the air. They release nitrogen dioxide, carbon monoxide, and formaldehyde.

Long-term exposure to these pollutants can lead to respiratory conditions for children, the elderly, and those with asthma.

The big picture: Exposure to pollutants like nitrogen dioxide can worsen asthma. You need to know that nitrogen dioxide irritates the inner lining of the lungs and causes bronchial spasms.

Also, you need to know that exposure to Nitric Oxide can increase your bodys production of goblets, eosinophils, and IL-6. All of these lead to inflammation in your lungs. Not a good thing!

Next Steps: "You don't have to go out and buy a new stove! But you've got to take steps to minimize your exposure to pollutants. Get proper ventilation and don't smoke indoors." Dr. Puja Uppal, Family Medicine.

Keep you rescue inhaler nearby.

Did you know that 22% of people in Wayne County report that they're in poor or fair health?

What they're saying:

"Our results quantify the US public health burden attributed to gas stove use and childhood asthma. Further research is needed to quantify the burden experienced at the county levels, as well as the impacts of implementing mitigation strategies through intervention studies." (Primary Source)

Source:

The American Journal of Cardiology published an article: Population Attributable Fraction of Gas Stoves and Childhood Asthma in the United States) (Read it Here)

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