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Expert Profile: Michael Dean

Expertise:  Can answer General information on tobacco addiction, and resources for quitting. Information on current cancer research and the health effects of tobacco. The risk of smoking for lung cancer and other cancers, as well as SIDS, heart disease, and vision loss. The best place to start is 1-800-QUIT-NOW Cannot answer Specific medical questions

Experience in the area
Cancer Researcher for over 20 years Author of the book "Empty Cribs-The impact of smoking on child health" www.artsciencepub.com. Author of over 200 scientific articles on cancer, genetics and human disease. Multiple interviews in print, TV and radio media.

Organizations
American Association for Cancer Research American Association of Human Genetics

Publications
Scientific journals (Science, Nature, NE Journal Medicine, etc.) Scientific American, Discovery Medicine, Nature Reviews in Cancer

Education/Credentials
PhD. in Biochemistry from Boston University School of Medicine

Awards and Honors
Young Investigator award-American Association of Cancer Research

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Average Ratings
Prestige Points: 1130
Knowledge   9.78   Best of the best
Clarity of Response   9.83   Best of the best
Timeliness   9.83   Best of the best
Politeness   9.97   Best of the best
Number Of Questions
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0
Max Questions to be Asked
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5
Total Questions
(since joining AllExperts)
159
Recent Reviews from Users
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User Comments
Hi Mike....thanks for all input...will update you once I get settled a bit more into champix....began 1st dose increase...hoping no side effects...esp
(Ian on 09/03/08)
Super support. Was heart warming indeed
(Raj on 08/27/08)
Thank you for putting my mind at ease a bit, I will definatly NEVER go back to smoking.
(Melissa J. Klingler on 07/31/08)
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Recent Answers from Michael Dean
2008-10-07  nicorette gum side effects Dear Jaymez, Unfortunately there is little data on the long term effects of the gum. Nicotine itself is very safe. But as you are finding some people have a very hard time completely kicking it....
2008-09-20  How long does chest congestion last after quitting? Leonard, First congratulations on quitting. If you have been smoking for a long time, it does take awhile to completely heal your lungs and regain lung function. The tiny hairs, cilia, in your lung...
2008-09-03  smoking and heartburn Dear Michele, I am glad to hear that the Chantix worked so well for you. That is great that you were able to go off it and not want to smoke again. You have 3 great reasons to stay quit and to live...
2008-09-02  Does cold laser therapy really help you to kick the smoking habbit for good? Dear Russell, Cold laser therapy is in the category of alternative therapies that have not been rigorously scientifically tested. This ans hypnosis and acupuncture may work for some people, but we don't...
2008-09-02  smoking and heartburn Dear Michele, First congratulations on quitting! That is great! I have heard of a few people getting heartburn upon quitting. Why did you stop the Chantix after only 4 weeks? What acid reducer are...
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