Childhood Exposure to Secondhand Smoke
Words: 582 Pages: 2 7233The detrimental effects of passive smoking, often referred to as second-hand smoke or involuntary smoking, remain a significant public health concern worldwide. Despite the global efforts to curb active smoking, the impacts of second-hand smoke persist, affecting millions of non-smokers each year. Alarmingly, children, who are the most vulnerable and defenseless members of society, bear a substantial portion of this burden. Passive smoking accounts for over 600,000 deaths annually, with approximately one-third of these fatalities occurring in children. This essay […]