Everyday we find out something new that's been proven to harm and kill us, it's amazing that any of us are still alive. This new health risk just blew my mind away.

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Scientists are reporting that "third-hand smoke" (the invisible remains of cigarette smoke on carpeting, clothing, furniture and other surfaces) may be a huge health hazard. Researchers found that the nicotine in third-hand smoke reacts with the ozone in indoor air and surfaces like clothing and furniture, to form new nasty pollutants.

We're all exposed to this stuff! Babies crawl on the carpet, we take naps on the sofa and eat food tainted by this third-hand smoke.

For more details on this story check out WebMD.com

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