... the number and severity of respiratory illnesses, decreased physical fitness, and potential retardation in the rate of lung growth and in the level of maximum lung function. Coronary Artery Disease Smokers have early development of coronary artery disease and abnormal lipid levels, possible precursors of heart disease. Dental Problems. Tobacco use by adolescents is associated with early signs of periodontal degeneration and with lesions ... ...

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... one has proved a cause-and-effect link between smoking and disease. On the contrary medical evidence now proves a multitude of diseases traced to smoking. Heart Disease: More Americans die of coronary artery disease than any other illness, and smokers face twice the risk of dying from cardiac ailments. Smoking causes death by stroke and aneurysm and also leads to peripheral vascular disease ... ...

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... is believed to have an addictive potential comparable to alcohol, cocaine, and morphine. There are many associated health risks. In general, chronic exposure to nicotine may cause an acceleration of coronary artery disease, peptic ulcer disease, reproductive disturbances, fetal illness and death. Tobacco and its various components have been associated with an increased risk for cancer of various body organs like cancer ... ...

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