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Household fuel use and severe asthma symptoms among preschool children in Gauteng province, South Africa: a cross-sectional study

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Abstract

The study observed that using gas and open fire sources for cooking or heating was associated with current severe asthma symptoms among preschool children in Gauteng, South Africa. Household air quality regulations should be developed to mitigate child exposure to household air pollution in the study setting.

Research topics

  • Air Quality and Health Impacts
  • Energy and Environment Impacts
  • Noise Effects and Management

Sustainable Development Goals

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DOI: 10.1136/bmjph-2024-000938

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