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Originally Posted by GA Russell
I suspect the same false use of statistics is at work here.
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"There are three kinds of lies," said Mark Twain. "Lies, damn lies, and statistics!"
84% of all statistics are made up on the spot.
Regardless of the exact numbers, we are pretty damn sure that smoking isn't good for humans. Those of us who were heavy smokers and stopped will testify about the improvements in body conditions and general health.
Although purely anecdotal, I used to contract severe bronchitis EVERY SINGLE YEAR from ages 17-52. I stopped smoking at 52 and haven't had it again since. As an avid scuba diver I can easily measure how long my air supply lasts at a specific depth. This is increased at least 15%+ since I stopped smoking. Perhaps neither of these is a result of not smoking. Perhaps they both are. And if they are...
Stitchawl