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Combining results from thousands of studies shows that smokers average a tenfold increased risk of acquiring lung cancer, a twofold excess risk of having myocardial infarction, and a six-fold increased risk of acquiring COPD in comparison of non-smokers. The total indirect loss attributable to smoking because of lost productivity and earning as a result of excess morbidity. Disability and premature death.