Key Points
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Research suggests gas stoves may increase dangerous airborne particles like nitrogen dioxide (NO2) and particulate matter (PM2.5), potentially linked to health risks.
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The evidence leans toward long-term exposure increasing asthma risk in children, but findings are mixed, with some studies showing no significant association when adjusted for confounders.
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There is controversy, with some studies finding associations and others questioning the evidence due to study quality and heterogeneity.
Overview