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Is it possible for non smoking and from a smoking free family 17 yr/o to get lung cancer? stiff back, sometimes breathing problems.
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No, it is not that s: Second hand smoke can cause lung cancer but it is uncommon and takes more than 20 years of heavy(daily ) exposure. You are fine.... just quit worrying about this issue. get outdoors and get daily exercise....you will then feel wonderful!
Answered 4/15/2015
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