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M OST PEOPLE WHO smoke know the habit raises their risk of serious health problems, including lung cancer and heart disease. And vaping can lead to nicotine addiction and expose the lungs to potentially harmful chemicals. But doctors say those who smoke, vape, or have certain chronic conditions like COPD, asthma, or diabetes may also be more susceptible to a lesser-known threat: pneumococcal pneumonia .
As with most illnesses, the severity of pneumococcal pneumonia can vary widely from one person to another. “It can range from a mild illness treated at home to a severe, life-threatening infection requiring hospitalization,” says…
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