From the American Cancer Society: – Men with the heaviest and
most prolonged exposures, such as railroad workers, heavy
equipment operators, miners, and truck drivers, have been found
to have higher lung cancer death rates than unexposed workers.
Although most studies have found a link between diesel exhaust
exposure and lung cancer, some have not. Secondhand Smoke: At
home – Making your home smoke-free may be one of the most
important things you can do for the health of your family. Any
family member can develop health problems related to SHS.
Children’s growing bodies are especially sensitive to the
poisons in SHS. Asthma, lung infections, and ear infections are
more common in children who are around smokers. Some of these
problems can be serious and even life-threatening. Think about
it: we spend more time at home than anywhere else. A smoke-free
home protects your family, your guests, and even your pets.
Multi-unit housing where smoking is allowed is a special concern
and a subject of research. Tobacco sm