At least 500 million children worldwide are exposed to secondhand smoke at home. Breathing in secondhand smoke can increase a child’s risk of respiratory illness including: - Pneumonia - Bronchitis - Cough, wheeze, & breathlessness No amount of Secondhand smoke is safe. Smoke-free environments protect children from exposure to secondhand smoke and help keep their lungs healthy. cdc.gov/tobacco/global WNTD-2019_Infographic_Final-Cleared_041219-large.png

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