... who smoked pipe or cigars probably experienced a risk of oral cancer lower than that of cigarette smokers (Blot, McLaughlin and Winn, 1988). However, it has been concluded recently that the risks of oral cancer are similar for cigar smokers and cigarette smokers. Cessation of cigarette smoking eliminates the increased risk of development of oral cancer within 5-10 years (Allard et al ... on oral health and providing information about it (A.Ainamo, personal communication, October14, 2002).According to Dr.Ainamo, there is a clear need to raise public awareness of oral cancer and the risks...

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... "window of opportunity". Cole (2001) explains the importance of taking up the window of opportunity, stating that " a serious or life threatening illness represents a teachable moment, a time when personalization of the risks of cigarettes are particularly graphic, when motivation is elevated and intention to quit is high". In my role as the Drug and Alcohol (D&A) Hospital Consultation Liaison Nurse, I visit wards and ... core aspect of drug dependence (Stolerman, 1992), it is essential that there is an understanding of the neurobiological mechanisms of craving. Miyata & Yanagita (2001)...

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... babies who often experience more complications right after birth. Smoking also can cause impotence in males (Tobacco Industry and Health Risks of Smoking, 2-4). Additionally, according to the American Lung Association, when children use tobacco products they are more likely to become involved in a wide range of behaviors, such as fights, carrying weapons, engaging in high-risk sexual behavior, and using alcohol and ... ...

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