Wednesday 30 October 2019

Asthma carbon footprint 'as big as eating meat'

Asthma carbon footprint 'as big as eating meat' Many people with asthma could cut their carbon footprint and help save the environment by switching to "greener" medications, UK researchers say.

Making the swap would have as big an "eco" impact as turning vegetarian or becoming an avid recycler, they say.

It's because some inhalers release greenhouse gases linked to global warming.

But the Cambridge University team told BMJ Open patients must check with a doctor before changing medication. BBC News

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