Does Second Hand Smoke Contribute to Cancer Risk? [Video]

In this episode of Cancer Questions with Dana-Farber, David Jackman, MD, senior physician at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, explains the significant health risks associated with secondhand smoke exposure.

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), exposure to secondhand smoke can increase your risk of developing lung cancer by up to 30%.

Beyond lung cancer, secondhand smoke is also linked to a higher risk of heart disease, stroke, exacerbation of asthma, and other severe health issues.

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