Everyday use of your fireplace can affect your health – study

John Perlman speaks to Rita van der Walt, a PhD Candidate at Stellenbosch University and researcher.

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Don’t use your fireplace every day.

This comes from the latest research from the University of Stellenbosch.

“Our research focused on higher-income houses with open fireplaces versus enclosed fireplaces.”  

- Rita van der Walt, PhD Candidate at Stellenbosch University

She warns that fireplaces release tiny particles that can be breathed in.

Prolonged exposure can have serious effects on your lung and heart health, regardless of the type of fireplace.  

Van der Walt recommends not using your fireplace every day. 

The full study is available here.

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