Search Results for: smokers
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Should You Take Aspirin Every Day?
Daily aspirin might prevent a heart attack in some people, but it's not right for everyone. Learn who can benefit from it most and why others shouldn't take it.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Is Coffee Bad For you?
Is coffee good for you or bad for you? What about caffeine? Learn more about the potential health benefits of coffee.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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Primary Care and Annual Screenings: Why They’re Important
Visiting your primary care physician regularly and keeping up with health screenings is an important step to take in caring for yourself.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Understanding the Stigma of Lung Cancer
Lung cancer is common, but many people view it as a "smoker's disease." It's important to understand and fight against this stigma.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Lung Cancer
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What Is Coronary Vasospasm?
Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death for women, affecting 1 in every 3 women per year? Women also face very different risks for heart disease compared to men.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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How Do Air Quality and Pollution Affect Lung Cancer Risk?
Although smoking and secondhand smoke exposure are still the primary risk factors for lung cancer, nonsmokers are diagnosed with this deadly disease at significant rates, too.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Lung Cancer
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What Every Woman Should Know About Lung Cancer
Rates of lung cancer in U.S. women are going up. Screening can help detect disease early. Here's what you need to know, particularly if you are a smoker.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Lung Cancer
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Six Things You Need to Know About Lung Nodules and Lung Cancer
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide, in part because it has no symptoms.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Lung Cancer
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UPMC Cardiologist Encourages Men to Take Their Heart Health Seriously
Men often will not take the time for self-care, physical activity, and mental health. That's a concern because they may end up paying for it in the long run.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health