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How should I tell someone to stop smoking ?

I am really close to the person in my family, who is smoking and she is about 36. I am worried because she has been smoking since she was about 19 or 20. I am worried she will get Lung … Continue reading

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How do I get someone to stop smoking?

How can I tell someone to stop smoking? She knows all the facts (it gives you cancer, emphysema, etc.), but she is young, so she still has that invincible mentality. What can I tell her about smoking’s cosmetic effects that … Continue reading

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Smoking Doubles the Risk of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Not only does smoking increase the risks of diseases such as cancer, heart disease, emphysema, but also arthritis. According to a study by researcher Dr Henrik Kallberg of Sweden, “smoking was a very significant risk factor for rheumatoid arthritis, reinforcing … Continue reading

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