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Smoke And Heart Attack

My dad had a heart attack in October, and continues to smoke and drink.. What will happen?
Sat, 19 Dec 2009
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It is not good, as it can precipitate another heart attack. Tell him to quit it , none of the gimmicks work.
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Smoke And Heart Attack

It is not good, as it can precipitate another heart attack. Tell him to quit it , none of the gimmicks work.