You already know about all of the negative effects that smoking can have on your body, but did you know that it can have an impact on those around you? Secondhand smoke can have dangerous side effects – especially for younger children. In fact, secondhand smoke may increase children’s risk of developing obstructive sleep apnea. This sleep disorder can prevent them from getting the quality of sleep they need to thrive. Read on to learn more about obstructive sleep apnea and how secondhand smoke plays a role.
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