Smoking and The Teenage Brain
MAR 04, 2021When it comes to teens and the dangers of smoking, there’s a lot more to consider than just the increased risk of emphysema and lung cancer later in life.
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The Dangers of Vaping
MAY 05, 2021More than 40 percent of the U.S. adult population smoked cigarettes during their peak popularity between the 1920s and mid 1960s. Simple, portable and convenient, pre-rolled cigarettes proved a convenient way to indulge in nicotine.
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The Dangers of Radon. Are You at Risk?
APR 15, 2019Radon is an odorless, colorless gas that is a natural by-product of our environment and soil. It’s produced by decaying uranium and is found in nearly all types of soil. It’s also the second leading cause of lung cancer behind smoking.
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Esophageal Cancer: Difficulty Swallowing May Signal Something Serious
JAN 30, 2019We all know someone who lives with constant heartburn and indigestion. More than just the irritation that acid reflux or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) can cause, these conditions may lead to a much more serious health issue – esophageal cancer.
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Collapsed Lung Risk
DEC 07, 2018For many people, the thought of lung surgery brings up fears and thoughts of worry about a collapsed lung. People often have misconceptions about a collapsed lung because they oversimplify this complex organ. Lungs are less like a balloon and more like a sponge. They feel spongy because of the millions of alveoli inside them.
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