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Secondhand smoke exposure is linked to worsening of lung function for persons with cystic fibrosis
01-29-2008 · EurekAlert!Exposure to secondhand smoke is associated with adverse effects on lung function among persons with cystic fibrosis, with this effect being worse for persons with certain gene variations, according to a study in the Jan. 30 issue of JAMA.
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