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It is better to be a fat ex-smoker than a thin smoker: findings from the 1997–2004 National Health Interview Survey−National Death Index linkage study

overall, mortality risk is smaller in overweight or obese ex-smokers than normal-weight smokers. Smoking cessation interventions can tailor messages that highlight the greater reduction in mortality associated with quitting, compared with potential weight
Tobacco Control
added Apr 11, 2013 14:20
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McClellan: Government should let us eat, drink, smoke and be merry

the sensible thing for the government to do would be to encourage people to have a good time. Enjoy life. It will seem short enough no matter what you do. Eat what you want. If that doughnut looks good, have it. Eat, drink, smoke and be merry. Or some of
St. Louis (MO) Post-Dispatch
added Apr 8, 2013 08:55
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[Virginia] Star Scientific says it will defend itself against lawsuits

Henrico company says complaints that it misled investors are meritless
Richmond (VA) Times-Dispatch
added Apr 16, 2013 14:36
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[Kentucky] UofL researchers demonstrate that humans develop antibodies to tobacco mosaic virus

A virus typically associated with tobacco, but also known to be present in spinach, tomatoes, petunias and other vegetables and household plants, may help protect people from Parkinson’s Disease. Researchers from the University of Louisville’s Departmen
KyForward
added Apr 4, 2013 15:07
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[Virginia] Governor, AG draw scrutiny for Star ties

Star Scientific, a company with a long history in Mecklenburg County, has come under fire this week for both its business practices and political connections, drawing scrutiny for Virginia’s top two Republicans, Gov. Bob McDonnell and GOP gubernatorial c
SoVaNow (South Boston, VA News & Record)
added Apr 3, 2013 15:16
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GALUSZKA: More tobacco trouble in Virginia

What, exactly, is the relationship between Virginia Gov. Robert F. McDonnell, his family and Attorney General Kenneth Cuccinelli with the head of a money-losing, tobacco-related dietary-supplement maker that is a under investigation by federal prosecutor
The Washington Post
added Apr 2, 2013 13:45
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[UK] Lifecoach: I crave sugar after giving up smoking

Our experts answer your health questions. This week, ex-smokers' cravings and stretching before bed.
Electronic Telegraph (uk)
added Apr 2, 2013 12:28
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Great Graphic: Food, Drink and Tobacco Expenditures

from the US Department of Agriculture. It shows the percentage of household spending used for food (light blue) and alcohol and tobacco (darker blue). ... Hungary stands out with relatively low expenditures on food, but significant expenditures on alcohol
Marc to Market (Marc Chandler blog)
added Mar 30, 2013 18:13
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[Virginia] Lawsuit filed against Star Scientific; Company says claims are meritless

A former shareholder of Star Scientific Inc. has filed a lawsuit in U.S. District Court in Richmond claiming the company misled investors about research on dietary supplements the company sells. ... also claims the company failed to inform shareholders in
Richmond (VA) Times-Dispatch
added Mar 27, 2013 04:04
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[China] Tofu-Rich Diet May Help Women With Lung Cancer Live Longer

Chinese study found eating high amounts before diagnosis boosted survival rates
HealthDay [HealthScout]
added Mar 26, 2013 13:48
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