Why is second hand smoke so bad for health?
Second hand smoke can cause very serious health problems – it does more than cause unpleasant side effects in some people like sore eyes, headaches, throat irritation and coughing. 85% of second hand smoke is invisible and odorless Second hand smoke can also linger in an enclosed place long after someone has been smoking. Scientists have also found that ventilation systems are not able to eliminate the risks of secondhand smoke. Second hand smoke is particularly bad for the health of children, causing serious medical conditions including childhood respiratory disease, middle ear disease and SIDS. Pregnant women who breathe in secondhand smoke can also pass on harmful chemicals to their babies.
