Is it safe to use plug-in air fresheners around pets?
Yes in enclosed spaces. Ventilate well after using cleaning products or bringing in new furniture.
What's actually in it
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are chemicals that evaporate at room temperature. They're released from paints, cleaning products, new furniture, air fresheners, and synthetic textiles.
Indoor air is often 2 to 5 times more polluted than outdoor air because of trapped VOC emissions. Some VOCs are carcinogens.
What the research says
A 2026 study in jac antimicrob resist looked at chemical exposure from everyday products and found: Identifying hospital-level predictors for antibiotic use: a Global Point Prevalence Survey study among Belgian, Philippine and South African hospitals..
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The research at a glance
| Study | Journal | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Identifying hospital-level predictors for antibiotic use: a Global Point Prevalence Survey study among Belgian, Philippine and South African hospitals. | JAC Antimicrob Resist | 2026 |
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