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Does the nicotine patch and gum affect cardiovascular health?

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No.: Nicotine gum and patches actually improve cardiovascular health, when compared to cigarette smoking, even after a heart attack, stent or bypass surgery.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/12/2015

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