This is a rather overlooked form of smoking. You are not the one smoking, nor standing near one, but the toxic particles can ...

Thirdhand smoke consists of toxic chemicals from indoor cigarette smoking and vaping that accumulate on surfaces like carpets ...

California is the first state to take a stand against third-hand smoking. (Picture Credit: Pexels) California is the first state to address thirdhand smoke health risks Thirdhand smoke residue lingers ...

Despite decades of indoor smoking bans and restrictions, new research from Drexel University suggests the toxins we’ve been trying to keep out are still finding their way into the air inside. Findings ...

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Q: My house is 100 years old. Recently, someone asked me if anyone had ever smoked in it, because if they had it might have third-hand smoke. I know no one has smoked in it for the 10 years I’ve lived ...