Formaldehyde is known as a human carcinogen (cancer-causing substance) by the International Agency for Research on Cancer. It is also known as a human carcinogen by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Formaldehyde in sidestream cigarette smoke is evident in concentrations of up to three times above occupational limits, which readily accounts for eye and nasal … [Read more...] about Formaldehyde is in Secondhand Smoke
Chris Conner Dead of Lung Cancer at 37
Columbia, SC, (WIS) - A local musician and anti-smoking activist died Wednesday evening after a long battle with lung cancer according to his family. Chris Conner was a member of the Midlands band Sourwood Honey, and was diagnosed with lung cancer earlier this year. "He was never afraid and he was completely at peace with God," said Chris's family on their … [Read more...] about Chris Conner Dead of Lung Cancer at 37
Big Tobacco Bought Protection From Public (Oregon)
Let's be clear. The evidence is in, and cigarette smoking is drug addiction, not sin. Big Tobacco is a legalized pusher and they are targeting your children, the next generation of addicts. Our hospitals, nursing homes and morgues are full of their victims from cancer and cardio-vascular disease. And we subsidize it all from our own wallets with higher insurance … [Read more...] about Big Tobacco Bought Protection From Public (Oregon)
Psssst – Smoking is Associated with Rectal Cancer
Cigarette smoking may be a risk factor for -- but not colon--cancer. The evidence linking cigarette smoking and rectal colorectal cancer risk has been inconsistent. Electra Paskett, Ph.D., of Ohio State University in Columbus and colleagues investigated the association between smoking history and colorectal cancer among nearly 147,000 participants in the Women's Health … [Read more...] about Psssst – Smoking is Associated with Rectal Cancer
Crazy Cravings May Be Genetic
Individual brain chemistry and genes could be the key to understanding why some people become addicted to nicotine, University of Colorado at Boulder researchers say. The depth of a person's addiction to nicotine appears to depend on his or her unique internal chemistry and genetic make-up, said lead author Jerry Stitzel, an assistant professor in CU-Boulder's department of … [Read more...] about Crazy Cravings May Be Genetic
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