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American Indian and Alaskan Native People: Help Your Heart!

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Publication Year: 2005
Language: English
Website: http://hp2010.nhlbihin.net/FactSheets/helphrt.htm

Although the use of tobacco has been a part of the American Indian and Alaska Native culture for many years, health concerns associated with tobacco have been brought to the forefront. This document discusses the harmful effects of tobacco, such as heart attack, cancer, and lung problems. It explains the dangers of tobacco use while providing suggestions for staying healthy.

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This publication is available only on the Internet.

Source

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Information Center, NHLBI, NIH, HHS
P.O. Box 30105
Bethesda MD 20824-0105

Phone: (240) 629-3255 TTY
Toll-free Phone: (800) 575-9355 (Blood Pressure & Cholesterol Information)

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