In Plain Sight: The Overlooked Link Between Smoking and Breast Cancer

We often rush to blame Monsanto, weed killers, genetics, or mysterious “forever chemicals” when cancer strikes.

But what if the cause isn’t buried in a conspiracy?

What if it’s been in the air around you — every single day — for years?

The Data Speaks:

·       Women who smoke long-term: 15–20% higher breast cancer risk.

·       Non-smokers exposed to secondhand smoke: 24% higher risk — in some cases more than active smokers.

·       Exposure before your first full-term pregnancy? Risk skyrockets.

These numbers aren’t from fringe sources — they come from large-scale studies and peer-reviewed research. Yet, this link is rarely part of breast cancer awareness conversations.

This isn’t about blaming one company or one chemical. It’s about seeing the obvious risks in front of us… and acting on them.

🎧 Listen to the full episode: [🔗]

📄 Read the full report: 🔗 https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-PUfuIwuVuON4rponX4Ho_IcskA1QEin/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=111018917453627434082&rtpof=true&sd=true

Because in public health, the most powerful solutions are often the ones staring us in the face.

———————

#TheArrogantIndependent #BreastCancerAwareness #SecondhandSmoke #PublicHealth #SmokingRisks #CancerPrevention #TruthOverHype