Thursday, October 22, 2009
Studies Suggest Importance of Extinguishing Secondhand Smoke
One year after smoking bans, communities in North America and Europe had 17% fewer heart attacks compared to communities without smoking restrictions, according to analysis reported in the Journal of the American Heart Association.
After the initial 17% drop, the risk of heart attack dropped even further in subsequent years. Non-smokers exposed to secondhand smoke at home or work have a 25% higher risk of heart disease and a 20% higher risk of lung cancer.
After the initial 17% drop, the risk of heart attack dropped even further in subsequent years. Non-smokers exposed to secondhand smoke at home or work have a 25% higher risk of heart disease and a 20% higher risk of lung cancer.
# posted by Homer Owens @ 4:38 AM 
