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How Much Do You Know About Secondhand Smoke?

Chris Woolston
CONSUMER HEALTH INTERACTIVE

Smoking is a dangerous habit -- and not just for people who light up. Secondhand smoke contains many of the same irritants, toxins, and cancer-causing compounds that plague smokers. If you spend any time in smoke-filled bars, restaurants, homes, or offices, you should know the facts about this health hazard. Take this short quiz to test your secondhand smoke IQ.


1. According to the best current estimates, roughly how many Americans die from secondhand smoke each year?

a. 1,000
b. 5,000
c. 49,400
d. 100,000

2. Just 30 minutes in a smoke-filled room can be hard on your heart.

True
False

3. After smoking and radon, secondhand smoke is the third leading cause of lung cancer in the United States.

True
False

4. Children who breathe secondhand smoke are at high risk for which of the following illnesses?

a. Ear infections
b. Allergies
c. Pneumonia
d. Asthma
e. All of the above

5. Smoke from cigars or pipes is generally much safer than smoke from cigarettes.

True
False



Last updated Oct 27, 2009


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