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Smoking plagues the young

Date Submitted: 12/26/2004 08:12:05
Category: / Literature / English
Length: 5 pages (1411 words)
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Smoking is a bad habit which plagues the young, as well as the old. It is the largest source of preventable mortality in North America1. Not only does smoking lead to an early grave, but it can also influence one's daily life. Many studies have revealed links between smoking and reduced endurance capacity2. Nicotine, the addictive agent found in cigarettes, can also be used to control weight gain. Both of these factors can have considerable …

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