“Help! I saw a news report about how gas stoves might be outlawed and that they could be bad for our kids' health. I have two children at home and a family history of asthma—how worried should I be? Should I get rid of my stove?” — Lauren, California
Keep Learning—Wisely
Keeping your eyes and ears open to new scientific discoveries and public health guidance is a great habit to have. It’s a hallmark of informed, responsible citizenship. However, with today’s onslaught of information and the variety of available outlets, it can be difficult to parse out the true impact of the content.
When in doubt, always remember that your PCP and pediatrician are reliable sources of information that is personalized to you and your family. Whether or not your child has a respiratory condition such as asthma, consulting with their pediatrician about your gas stove concerns is never a bad idea.
As for me, I will be following the ongoing research about the dangers of natural gas use and airing out the kitchen as I stove-cook my scrambled eggs.
Dr. Christina Johns is a pediatrician + Senior Medical Advisor at PM Pediatric Care, the largest pediatric urgent care group in the U.S.
Dr. Christina Johns, MD, MEd, FAAP
Pediatrician
- Dr. Christina Johns is board certified in both pediatrics and pediatric emergency medicine.
- She is a Senior Medical Advisor at PM Pediatric Care, the largest pediatric urgent care group in the U.S.
- She received her undergraduate degree at the University of Pennsylvania and her medical training at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.
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