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Secondhand Smoke (cont.)

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Secondhand Smoke Causes

Any tobacco product has the potential to cause dangers due to secondhand smoke, but cigarettes are the most common sources of secondhand smoke. Exposure to secondhand smoke can occur in the home, workplace, or in public places. Children exposed to secondhand smoke in the home are at particular risk for health problems related to tobacco smoke, as are nonsmokers who reside with smokers.

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