Wood-burning stoves can damage lungs in a "similar way" to cigarette smoke, warns new research. Using a trendy indoor wood burner at home can lead to a decline in lung function by causing inflammation ...

Wood-burning stoves can damage lungs in a "similar way" to cigarette smoke, warns new research. Using a trendy indoor wood burner at home can lead to a decline in lung function by causing inflammation ...

The study, presented at the European Respiratory Society Congress in Amsterdam, showed those who used wood stoves lost lung capacity more quickly than non-users – even though they tended to be ...

Burning wood indoors could cause damage in a similar way to cigarette smoke, researchers have warned, after a new study linked the growing popularity of domestic wood burning to lung damage. Wood ...

Councillors will consider a report proposing a ban on wood-burning stoves at a meeting of the housing committee scheduled for Tuesday. Angus Council is set to consider a possible ban on wood-burning ...

Wood stoves have been a favored means of heating for centuries. They are spectacular in maintaining a cozy atmosphere in homes during the freezing winter months. Moreover, their impressive efficiency ...

Wood stoves are popular among many property owners, especially in colder areas, as they provide reliable heating and can also be used for cooking. However, not all wood stoves are created equal. This ...

FILE - Smoke coming from fireplaces and wood stoves has been linked to a host of health effects including heart attacks, strokes, high blood pressure and asthma attacks. Nordica MacCarty is an ...

When many people think of wood-burning stoves, the chances are that they imagine bulky cast-iron boxes, smoky chimneys and soot-blackened glass. The models that were a mainstay of old cottages and ...

However, having either a wood stove or a pellet stove in your home could raise your rates. State Farm increases rates by an average of $38 per year, while other insurance companies may raise your rate ...