Aside from firework-related injuries, the Department of Health (DOH) is also watching out for respiratory diseases that can result from smoke produced by fireworks and firecrackers.

DOH spokesman Lyndon Lee Suy on Tuesday said smoke and other air pollutants during New Year can trigger asthma attacks and other respiratory troubles.

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