Long term effects of passive smoking
1) Cancers linked to passive smoking include |
Lung cancer Nasal sinus cavity cancer Cervical Cancer Breast cancer Bladder cancer |
2)Effects of passive smoking on our heart and blood vessels |
Acute and chronic coronary heart disease |
3) Effects to child and infants |
Low birth weight for gestational age Increased risk for miscarriage Increased risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Increased risk for developing asthma/ Worsen condition of asthma Increased risk for respiratory infection (e.g. pneumonia, bronchitis) Increased risk for otitis media (infection of middle ear) Negative effects on cognitive and behavioral development of child |
4) Effects on environment |
Increased concentration of respirable suspended particulate in air |
