SECOND HAND SMOKE
... Tobacco smoke or second-hand smoke has immediate and long-term health effects. People who do not smoke are generally more sensitive to the toxic effects of tobacco smoke than smokers. ... A person who has asthma can have a forced attack due to the smoke. Since second-hand smoke places extra stress on the heart and affects the bodys ability to use oxygen it might be possible to trigger or cause the symptoms of a heart attack. The long-term health impact of second-hand smoke is increased cancer, respiratory and heart disease rates after years of exposure. Exposure to second-hand smoke will undoubtedly not improve health and more than likely be associated with adverse health outcomes. ... Tobacco smoke consists of thousands of toxic chemicals. ... The smoke from across the room can fill a person’s head so, senses are taken away from the bursting aromas in the kitchen to interfere with your relaxing and enjoyable evening.