IMO, many people who die of "lung cancer" do not know where the cancer originated. Cancer, many times, originates elsewhere and metastasizes to the lungs where it "kills." Lung Cancer is the #1 killer of cancer. It's almost sure death except in the very early stages.
A close family member died of lung cancer a few years ago. She never smoked and was a physical fitness nut. However, the origin of her cancer was never found.
Interesting "vid" that was found using Yahoo Vid Search....
Just the first 30 seconds or so..... He is speaking of life expectancy....
Sometimes people put to much faith in medical technology, instead of using a little common sense.
....Burning objects probably should not be inhaled directly into your lungs over 40 years time......
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"IMO, many people who die of "lung cancer" do not know where the cancer originated."
- I agree with your observation. The anti smoking lobby have been so successful in linking the two that no self respecting MSM journalist would dream of challenging the accepted wisdom by doing a little independent research into the matter.
It's not that I don't think that smoking to excess is not harmful - it's just that I think it's dangers, when used in moderation, have been blown out of proportion by interest groups who long to dictate and control how other people live their lives. It gives them a feeling of power and smug satisfaction to force others to knuckle under to their demands.