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Risks of Smoking Cigars and Pipes

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    Overview

    Cigars and pipe tobacco are harmful and are not risk-free alternatives to smoking. They're addictive. They can cause serious health problems.

    • Smoking cigars and pipes can increase the risk of cancers of the lung, head, and neck.
    • Smoking cigars and pipes may increase the risk of heart disease.

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    Current as of: August 20, 2024

    Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff
    Clinical Review Board
    All Ignite Healthwise, LLC education is reviewed by a team that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practitioners, registered dieticians, and other healthcare professionals.

    Current as of: August 20, 2024

    Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff

    Clinical Review Board
    All Ignite Healthwise, LLC education is reviewed by a team that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practitioners, registered dieticians, and other healthcare professionals.

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