Research on environmental agents or contaminants, or even medications, that cause cancer. Use 2 scientific journals to create the post. Ask a curios question as a title and start an engaging discussion with other students.
Use 2 open access scientific journals to create the post.
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How might secondhand smoke directly or indirectly affect cancer risk in adults and children?
Smoking is a habit with an extremely strong association with lung cancer. It is linked to 80-90% of lung cancer deaths, according to the CDC. While this connection is heavily supported by lots of research, there is a byproduct that is not as well researched: secondhand smoke (SHS). SHS exposure often occurs when someone smokes inside, allowing a higher concentration to accumulate compared to an open-air space. Exposure is especially present in multi-unit accommodations that share ventilation systems. The CDC suggests that non-smoking adults who are exposed to SHS increase their risk of developing lung cancer by 20-30%, among a host of other cardiovascular issues. However, many of the sources cited came from a decade or more ago. A more recent literature review conducted in 2023 determined that exposure to SHS was associated with a ~1% increase in lung cancer risk.
Could different aspects of exposure to secondhand smoke be affecting cancer risk indirectly? For example, how might the effect of secondhand smoke on cardiovascular disease risk indirectly impact cancer risk?