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Smoking linked to weaker bones in women says study
An Australian study finds cigarette smoking lowers bone mineral density in women, increasing fracture risk. Researchers note the link to osteoporosis and speculate estrogen disruption may play a role, urging doctors to warn patients despite unclear mechanisms. An editorial emphasizes smoking’s broader health harms.
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New England Journal of Medicine
Charles W Slemenda
Indiana University