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Jump to full article: Independent Newspapers Ltd. / STUFF (nz), 2003-11-19
Author: TARA ROSS
Intro: Chronic lung diseases caused by smoking, such as emphysema, may now be one of the leading causes of death and disability in New Zealand, a new report warns.
The Asthma and Respiratory Foundation of New Zealand report urges health officials to make chronic emphysema and bronchitis, known collectively as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a health priority.
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