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Is second hand smoke harmful?
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Yes : This has been shown in many studies and thus it is important to avoid exposure to second hand smoke.
Answered 2/28/2018
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Same as smoking.: The risks may be lower, but they're the same as smoking. Heart disease. Lung cancer. Emphysema. The list goes on.
Answered 12/3/2015
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