Secondhand smoke effects on children's health and school performance
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study looks at how breathing in secondhand smoke (from parents who smoke) may affect a child's physical abilities, thinking, and school grades. It will test children's fitness, memory, and academic performance to understand the impact of smoke exposure.
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Who can take part
- Your child is 6 to 11 years old and in primary school.
- Your child is healthy — no physical disabilities, vision or hearing problems, or learning challenges.
- You or your spouse has been a smoker for at least 6 years, smoking a moderate to heavy amount.
- Your family lives in Cairo, Egypt, and has a middle-class income level.
- Your child can follow simple instructions and take part in the assessments.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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