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Having a gun in the home greatly increases a person's risk for a violent death in the home. More.... |
Cruise ship care could be a viable option for the elderly who require some assisted living More.... |
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Air travel poses a risk for deep vein thrombosis in the older age group. More.... |
One billion people do not have access to safe drinking water. More.... |
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Studies in Southern California have shown that air pollution has long-term effects on children's lungs. More.... |
A print-out chart to help smokers trying to quit the habit. More.... |
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Further studies show link between childhood respiratory disorders and traffic pollution. More... |
U.S. Public Health Service seeks support from insurers and clinicians in making greater use of smoking cessation programs. More.... |
Facts on Smoking
| Health Risks |
Heart Disease, Cancer and other illnesses |
| Health Costs |
$50 billion annually for smoking related disease | |
Good News For Quitters
Pregnant women/mothers |
protect baby's health and your own |
Current illness/surgery |
reduce complications; help healing |
Cardiac Condition |
reduce risk of further complications and events |
Lung, head, neck cancer |
reduce risk of 2nd tumor |
Parents |
protect children from illness caused by secondary smoke |
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