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Is Vaping Making People Sick?

September 5, 2019

More than 200 cases of severe respiratory disease in the U.S. have been linked to vaping. Learn more about whether your e-cigarette is safe. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z
Tagged with: lung health, Pulmonology, smoking, vaping
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Are Electronic Cigarettes Bad for Your Health? The Truth About Vaping

July 18, 2017

In an electronic cigarette, flavored nicotine liquid is converted into an inhalable aerosol — and smoked much like a traditional cigarette. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Adult Congenital Heart Disease Center
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: e-cigarettes, electronic cigarettes, smoking, vaping
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Can’t Stop: Quitting Smoking After a Cancer Diagnosis

February 14, 2017

Lighting up — even after a diagnosis of cancer — is more common than you might think. Learn why it's important to quit smoking after cancer. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care
Tagged with: cancer, cancer diagnosis, life after cancer, lung health, quitting tobacco, smoking, smoking cessation, Tobacco
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What Is Buerger’s Disease?

November 14, 2016

Buerger's disease is a rare disorder that affects people who smoke and use tobacco products. Find out more about the symptoms and risks of this disease. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: Buerger's disease, smoking, tobacco products
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How Smoking Cigarettes Affects Your Lungs

April 21, 2016

Find out how smoking cigarettes changes your lungs and how quitting can help reduce your risk of many health problems. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Living and Wellness, Lung Cancer
Tagged with: lung cancer, lungs, smoking
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Why Is My Voice Hoarse?

April 13, 2016

An occasional hoarse voice is normal. Learn more about what causes hoarseness and find out when you should consult with a voice specialist. Learn More

Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: allergies, dystonia, GERD, hoarseness, laryngeal cancer, laryngitis, Parkinson's disease, smoking, stroke, thyroid disease, voice
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How Smoking, Alcohol, and Drugs Can Harm Your Baby

March 23, 2016

Your unborn baby receives much of what you eat, drink, and breathe. Learn how unhealthy habits—like smoking, drinking, and doing drugs—can harm your baby. Learn More

Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health
Tagged with: caffeine, illegal substance use, pregnancy, smoking, smoking and pregnancy
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Rising Use of E-cigarettes and Associated Health Risks

December 28, 2015

A recent study showed that diacetyl, aflavoring chemical linked to severe lung disease can be found in many e-cigarettes. So just how safe are they? Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pittsburgh Poison Center
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Safety
Tagged with: e-cigarettes, nicotine, poison, smoking, toxic
Article - 2 Minute Read

What Is an Aortic Aneurysm?

September 18, 2015

Learn about aortic aneurysms and how to recognize the signs of this serious condition. Discover the types, symptoms, and treatment options. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, aorta, aortic aneurysm, Atherosclerosis, hardening of arteries, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, ruptured aortic aneurysm, smoking, Thoracic aortic aneurysm