Reuters Health Report Recently researchers found a link between the risk of lung cancer and rheumatoid arthritis. The article reported that the risk of lung cancer is increased in patients with rheumatoid arthritis, even after taking into account the effects of tobacco and asbestos exposure, according to a case-control study in US military veterans. Using a Veterans … [Read more...] about Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis at Increased Risk of Lung Cancer
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The War Against Tobacco
One of the most dangerous diseases we should worry about is cancer. However, many people do not believe they could suffer from a cancerous disease, hinging their argument on the fact that certainly, one thing or the other would definitely be responsible for a man’s death. However, the truth is that several diseases, like cancer, are precipitated by men’s behaviour, their … [Read more...] about The War Against Tobacco
Could Genetics Play a Role in Degrees of Addiction?
As a practicing hypochondriac it was of particular interest to me to learn about a research company in, of all places, Iceland, which is making what could be historic advances in medicine through the study of human genetics. This company, deCODE genetics, is exploiting a most unusual data base: that of the total population of Iceland where excellent records have been kept … [Read more...] about Could Genetics Play a Role in Degrees of Addiction?
Quitting Smoking is a Pack Behavior
Smokers tend to quit in groups, according to a new study. One person who quits can have ripple effects across his or her entire social network, prompting others to kick the habit. The New York Times offers this delightfully evocative explanation of how the process works: As the investigators watched the smokers and their social networks, they saw what they said was a … [Read more...] about Quitting Smoking is a Pack Behavior
China Moves Toward Smoke-Free Olympics
Watch this short video about Chinese cigarette smokers and how the Chinese medical clinics for smokers are not a priority. Even the most educated of Chinese don't know about the dangers of smoking and the government is facing a huge health crisis. It is very difficult to find a non-smoking restaurant when going out to dine so in China temptation to smoke is … [Read more...] about China Moves Toward Smoke-Free Olympics
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