Saturday, December 24, 2011

cigarette odor on clothes and an asthmatic child


cigarette odor on clothes and an asthmatic child?
Why don't people get that the odor of cigarettes on their clothes DO cause health problems, particularly on children with asthma? Do you have and suggestion to get through to these people? Links would be great.
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"Preliminary research by Matt and others suggests the same chemicals that leave a stale cigarette odor on clothes and upholstery also can be swallowed, inhaled or absorbed through the skin of non-smokers. Smoke residue may linger for hours, days or months, depending on the ventilation and the level of contamination." http://74.125.45.104/search?q=cache:QyvbD3JWZe8J:www.usatoday.com/news/health/2006-08-06-thirdhand-smoke-usat_x.htm+smoke+residue+on+clothing+smokers&hl=en&ct=clnk&cd=1&gl=us http://74.125.45.104/search?q=cache:2DDGqfBBqdYJ:www.pr-inside.com/smoker-s-breath-creates-indoor-air-r657051.htm+smoke+residue+on+clothes+harmful&hl=en&ct=clnk&cd=6&gl=us "Even in homes where smokers made a point of not indulging their habit near others, residue from the smoke was detected on surfaces around the house and in household dust. This residue, the researchers said, could pose a hazard for young children, who spend much time on the floor and explore things by mouth." www.no-smoking.org There are SO many other places to get information about the dangers of smoke residue on clothing, furniture, upholstery, etc. You are correct to worry.




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