The global tobacco epidemic
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Somkers continue to grow in number globally despite the existence of scientific evidence describing tobacco products' adverse health effects. This trend highlights the inability of science and government regulations to offset the impact of aggressive cigarette marketing and advertising programs.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1995
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If you don't have a defibrillator
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An individual who loses consciousness and shows no signs of pulse and heartbeat must be put in a reclining position with his feet elevated. First aiders must be able to induce the patient to cough once or twice, otherwise, he must be given two thumps in the midchest to restore respiration.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1998
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Defibrillation: the spark of life
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The design of defibrillators has undergone significant improvements over the years, making way for minute-sized devices that are capable of determining cardiovascular rhythms automatically. Despite such achievements, medical experts have yet to determine the true nature of fibrillation.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1998
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