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Secondhand Smoke and a Sore Throat

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Tina Bernstein

Smoking is a bad idea for both the smoker and people nearby; exposure to secondhand smoke is a common cause of chronic sore throats. Children especially should not be exposed to secondhand smoke since their lungs are in the process of developing.

Tina Bernstein started her professional writing career in 2011. A biomedical engineer and personal trainer certified through ACSM and NASM, she trains clients in Los Angeles to take control of their exercise and nutrition habits. Bernstein graduated from the University of Southern California with a master's degree in medical device engineering and works with companies to commercialize new medical technologies.