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Cleaning products linked to poorer lung function

16-Feb-2018

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Regular exposure to cleaning products significantly affects lung function.

Chemicals cause long-term damage the mucous membranes that line the airways of the lungs.

Most cleaning chemicals are unnecessary.

Microfiber cloths and water are enough for most purposes.

6,000 adults were followed for more than 20 years.

The study was published in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine.

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American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine (AJRCCM)

Journal publishing the most innovative research in pulmonary, critical care, and sleep-related fields.

Cecile Svanes

Professor at the Centre for International Health at the University of Bergen.

University of Bergen (UiB)

Public research university.

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Respiratory Disease