Another potential complication is kidney inflammation (post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis), which can impair kidney function and lead to chronic kidney disease
Because of its large population, the Asian giant experiences the second highest health burden from pollution globally, behind India, in terms of total life years lost
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Some cohort and case studies have shown an increase in the incidence of hematologic malignancies, especially non- lymphoblastics, among smokers, while other studies have not shown significant correlation
The original Carreras prospectus was heavily criticised in the City press, but within a short time, the shares were fully subscribed, particularly by members of the tobacco trade, who saw potential in the new venture
Researchers also link second-hand smoke from smokers in the home to illnesses in infants and children, including respiratory infection (pneumonia, bronchitis), asthma's development or its exacerbation, and ear infections (Anderson & Cook, 1997
