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We tested that in this new study and confirmed that places with high levels of air pollution would still have higher cancer rates even if smoking was eliminated. Air pollution was the primary driver The study measured air pollution by looking at Air Quality Index data, which measures four major air pollutants regulated by the federal Clean Air Act ground level ozone, particle pollution, carbon monoxide and sulfur dioxide along with other hazardous air pollutants, including carcinogens like chloroprene, formaldehyde, and vinyl chloride

But Ribisl says that the industry hasnt forgotten about the rest of us

If you have one of these, work with your doctor to get it under control and feel better

Menthol cigarettes are no more safe or more dangerous than non-menthol cigarettes

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