# Electric stoves help asthmatics as much as medication Gas stove replacement reduces hospital admissions by 70% for asthma patients. - **Source:** [Reddit Science](https://brifing.si/source/1294ffb3-9f44-431d-8cd2-05584c8d9014) - **Published:** 2026-07-24 - **Topic:** [Business](https://brifing.si/c/business) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/56bcd70e-f395-4100-8b93-6abdb2d88881 ## Health risks of gas stoves New research reveals significant negative effects of gas stoves on asthma patients. Replacing gas with electric stoves in homes with uncontrolled asthma showed marked reduction in hospital visits. ## Equivalent to medication effects Study findings indicate switching to electric stoves provides benefits comparable to some asthma medications. This highlights indoor air quality's critical role in chronic respiratory diseases. ## Trump-era restrictions impact The study was originally designed to be more comprehensive but had to be scaled back due to cuts to energy efficiency programs under Trump administration. Despite this, results remain striking. ## Workforce productivity gains Gas stove replacement not only improved health outcomes but also significantly reduced missed work/school days among asthma patients, showing measurable economic benefits. ## Benefits of energy transition The research proves that shifting from fossil fuels to electricity brings not just environmental but also substantial public health advantages, reshaping energy policy discussions. ## Public health implications Findings demonstrate how improving energy sources, especially in low-income households, can dramatically impact public health, highlighting intersections between health and energy policies. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.reddit.com/r/science/comments/1v55v4x/replacing_gas_stove_can_help_asthmatics_as_much/ — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._