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Surgical Smoke Threatens Frontline Heroes | Charleston News
Surgical smoke—often overlooked in operating rooms—is a toxic cloud containing over 80 harmful chemicals, exposing hundreds of thousands of healthcare workers annually. Despite decades of known risks, no federal law mandates smoke evacuation, leaving protection up to individual hospitals. While 22 states have stepped in with legislation, South Carolina lags behind. Nurses report breathing issues and even link exposure to children’s low birth weights. One Charleston nurse has fought tirelessly for state-wide safety, seeing her bill pass the Senate but stall in the House. Advocates plan to…
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