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Smoking During Pregnancy Linked to Asthma Risks in Kids

9/3/2025

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Maternal smoking during pregnancy raises asthma risks in children, leading to respiratory infections and wheezing.
Adolescent smoking is associated with higher rates of asthma and allergic diseases, especially in females.
Second-hand smoke exposure in confined spaces worsens asthma symptoms and complicates treatment.
Smoking correlates with severe asthma outcomes, including faster lung function decline and higher healthcare usage.

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Story summary

Maternal smoking during pregnancy raises asthma risks in children, leading to respiratory infections and wheezing.
Adolescent smoking is associated with higher rates of asthma and allergic diseases, especially in females.
Second-hand smoke exposure in confined spaces worsens asthma symptoms and complicates treatment.
Smoking correlates with severe asthma outcomes, including faster lung function decline and higher healthcare usage.