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Chemicals in household products 'increase the risk of lung damage

31 Aug 2016 1:41 PM | IJCSA - (Administrator)

Scrubbing the kitchen or bathroom clean is not most people's idea of fun.

But aside from being an unwelcome chore, it could also be wreaking havoc with your health, a study has found.

Chemicals used in sprays and detergents which get our worktops and basins shining have also been linked to lung damage.

Chemicals found in household cleaning products are damaging lung function by 14 per cent more than average over 20 years, a Norwegian study has found

Chemicals found in household cleaning products are damaging lung function by 14 per cent more than average over 20 years, a Norwegian study has found.

A Norwegian study found people who use household products are at greater risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) - which includes the conditions chronic bronchitis and emphysema.

More at source: Daily UK

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