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My doctor says I have to quit smoking. What are the health risks of smoking?
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The main risk associated with smoking is an increased risk of developing serious health conditions such as lung cancer, heart disease, stroke, and other respiratory diseases. Other potential health problems include mouth and throat cancer, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, asthma, COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), and various types of infections. Smoking can also lead to a weakened immune system and poor wound healing.