SES may have a direct effect, or it may indirectly exert its effect through an association with secondhand smoke exposure, or it may confound the relationship between secondhand smoke exposure and disease risk
Oxidants spontaneously released by alveolar macrophages of cigarette smokers can inactivate the active site of alpha 1-antitrypsin, rendering it ineffective as an inhibitor of neutrophil elastase
I was told that this is caused by cigarettes, and if I continue, I will die. (Participant 6) Despite acknowledging severity, participants described difficulty translating awareness into sustained cessation: Perceived benefits of quitting and the role of exercise Participants articulated clear perceived benefits of smoking cessation, including improved breathing, increased energy, reduced disease risk, financial savings, and improved ability to exercise: It would be good for my health because I will be able to exercise more
It was originally developed to keep tobacco fresh on ships during the early days of modern trade
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