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EDITORIAL: No pussyfooting, quit smoking 

New cancer research findings may resonate with with animal lovers who smoke: Living in a household with smokers substantially increases the cat's risk of acquiring feline lymphoma. The disease kills three-fourths of its victims within a year.

The findings of Tufts University and University of Massachusetts researchers reinforces the widely held concerns over second-hand smoke exposure to humans. Scientists hope that smokers who might not quit the habit to protect themselves or another family member might think twice about lighting up to safeguard a beloved pet. That's wishful thinking, but then it's worthwhile to exploit any excuse that persuades someone to give up smoking.

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