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In a couple of sentences, describe the effects secondhand smoke can have upon children.

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Secondhand smoke among children causes a myriad of problems with the respiratory system.

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Pregnant mothers or young children that are exposed to secondhand smoke are more likely to suffer from SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome), babies could be born with low birth weights and/or underdeveloped lungs, children can suffer from acute respiratory infections and/or asthma, children can also suffer from increased ear infections as well.

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Second-hand smoke can cause low birth weight, sudden death of a fetus, asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia, and even middle ear infection. Kids can get very sick and nauseous from even the smell of smoke. from coughing to puking and even lightheadedness. I can very well say that it is extremely dangerous to smoke or even be around second-hand smoke

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